Mom wants to make holiday special for girls
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This mom is raising two little girls on her own, and she's never been able to do anything for them for Christmas.
It's the first time she's asked for help from Press Christmas for All.
"This has been a very difficult year financially, and with my little one's health," she said.
One of her daughters, a 3-year-old, is a cancer survivor. It's been a tough fight, but the mom is grateful her child has overcome it. They got that good news in August.
They have been blessed in many ways, the mom said.
"We have a roof over our heads, but not much else," she said. "I'd love to make this Christmas a little special for my girls. The last few years have been Christmas-less."
With our readers' assistance, Press Christmas for All works to brighten the holidays for folks like this - people left jobless, homeless or who are barely making ends meet, individuals with disabilities or illnesses. Many are alone this holiday season.
Last year, our generous readers' donations allowed us to assist thousands of families in need.
Each day until Christmas, we will share the stories of those whose holiday memories will be a little happier because of Press Christmas for All.
Donations are collected, then distributed in the form of gift cards to Kootenai County residents in need.
Press Christmas for All is a holiday charity now in its 26th year. It is managed as a nonprofit by The Hagadone Corp. Because it is run by volunteers from The Hagadone Corp. and their partners at Kootenai County Fire and Rescue, every penny raised is distributed in the form of gift cards for Shopko and Super 1. The cards can be used to buy food and gifts but not alcohol or tobacco products. All contributions are tax deductible.
To donate, please send a check to:
Press Christmas for All
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You can also call (208) 664-8176 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. and donate by credit card.
Recent donors:
Kay Schneider; Charles & Karen Groswith; Milton & Catherine Schauble; Connie Taylor; Anonymous; Penny Inglis, in memory of George Inglis; Al & Betty Smeltzer; Ronald & Beverly Noble; John & Kathy Spellman, in memory of mom Lorraine Witherspoon; James & Nancy Barney; Lenore Griffin.