Plans are already underway for this year’s Hamper Program and again we are hoping you will consider this program for your Holiday charitable giving.
The Hamper Program has been running in our community for at least 75 years (could be much longer) and although it has changed and grown significantly over the years one thing remains the same – to ensure that local families have a happy Holiday no matter how they celebrate the season.
Last year we provided 270+ families with a huge food hamper, fresh produce, milk, butter, eggs, cheese, health and body care items and a $50 gift card to purchase a turkey, ham, or other favourite to round out a holiday dinner.
Parents are also given the opportunity to pick toys and gifts for their children from new born to 11 years of age. Youth aged 12 to 18 are given a gift card to either Giant Tiger or Walmart.
Our community generously supports this program but as the need grows so also does the need for additional donations to make sure we can adequately support our families in need.
If you are able to help please contact ShelburneChristmasHampers@gmail.com or call Bobbi at 519-278-4578
Donations can be made via e-transfer to ShelburneRotary@gmail.com. A charitable receipt will be provided for donations of $25 or more. Please put “Hamper Donation” in the notes of the e-transfer.
This is a service club of Shelburne initiative.
