Dear Friends,
The Odawa Native Friendship Centre is happy to announce the return of the Angel Tree as part of our annual Community Christmas Food and Gift Drive! Your support helps make this time of year a special and happy time for all families.
We are asking for the community’s support!
In years past, our Angel Tree has provided extra Christmas gifts to hundreds of local First Nations, Inuit and Metis families who were in need. We believe the need this year will be even greater, so community support is appreciated more than ever. Every year, we accept donations of gifts, clothing and food for our annual Community Christmas Food and Gift Drive!
Beginning November 12th, 2024 our Community Christmas Food and Gift Drive will start!
This drive will help a great many number of Indigenous Children and Youth from our community who would benefit from an extra Christmas gift from YOU!
We are asking for Gifts and Stocking stuffers for the following ages;
Ages 0 to 6 months
Wipes, diapers, formula, socks, booties, mobiles, diaper cream, bath toys, etc.
Ages 6 months to 1yr
Wipes, diapers, formula, puzzles, books, teething rings, educational toys, etc.
Ages 1 to 3 years
Mittens, hats, socks, toothbrushes, tights, hair accessories, stuffed toys, etc.
Ages 4 to 6 years
Legos, sports items (pucks/balls), thermal wear, jewelry, play dough, chapstick, etc.
Ages 7 to 10 years
Sports items, Legos, , soaps, deodorants, comics, head bands, etc.
Ages 11 to 15 years
Gift cards, movie passes, art supplies, gloves, socks, PJ’s, fast food cards, etc.
Ages 16 to 18 years
Gift cards: cinema, fast food, coffee etc.
So please spread the word that Odawa is collecting gifts for children 0 to 18, non-perishable foods, cash donations, wrapping paper, tape, and Christmas treats such as chocolates, and candy canes. Our staff and volunteers begin packing hampers and wrapping gifts the week of December 16th, 2024.
If you have any questions or would like to make a donation or volunteer, please call Sherilyn Duff, on behalf of the Community Christmas Toy and Food Campaign, and can be reached at reception@odawa.on.ca at 613-722-3811 ext 1.
***MIIGWETCH, NIA:WEN, NAKUMI, THANK YOU & MERCI***
Sincerely,
Anita Armstrong
Acting Executive Director
Odawa Charity # 128017852RR0001