MEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 22, 2008
CHEBOYGAN, MI –
Members and Directors of the Mackinac Bands will be circulating throughout the eastern Northern Michigan communities for the purpose of obtaining donations and volunteers to provide a Christmas party for our needy children.
This year will be one of the most difficult times for many families with high gas prices having an impact on every aspect of our lives. The economy is at the lowest level that many of us have ever experienced. Jobs are at a premium; even those that pay only minimum wage are hard to come by.
There are so many of us that have much to share with those that have little or nothing. Imagine what it would be like to wonder what you will feed your children for dinner when the cupboard is bare. How do you explain to a child that Santa Claus is broke this year and had to lay off all the elves? No matter how little you can do, it is better than nothing at all.
What can you give up to provide a small toy or a pair of mittens to a child? Can you forego your favorite lunch at a fast food restaurant just once? How about one less twelve pack of your favorite beverage and do you really need that pizza delivery? How many new items of clothing did you purchase this year and how many more do you plan to buy before Christmas? Can you make one purchase for a child that would sure love a new pair of pajamas? Have any sewing talents? How about those simple to make fleece blankets that any child would love to wrap up in and keep warm this winter.
The point is, there is a lot we can give up or contribute to help another.Anyone wishing to donate or volunteer can contact me, Lynne Weaver, at 906-440-7099 and leave a message with your name and contact information or email me at weaver977@yahoo.com Further details will be announced at a later date.
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