Garrett SaundryOnce again the holidays are here, and it’s hard not to think about anything but the sugar plumbs dancing in our head to the Hall and Oates rendition of the Jingle Bell Rock, or perhaps that’s just me. For many families, however, this season is not lighthearted, nevermind an unlimited feast of Grandma’s baking; instead the holidays become a reminder of all the things they’re unable to provide to their families.
For the last 5 years Webnames.ca has been sponsoring “Christmas” or the equivalent for a low-income family through the Vancouver Salvation Army. This holiday season is no different. One of our core company values is to “always making a positive difference” and the holidays are a great time to experience the impact of simple activities that make a big difference.
Through the Adopt-a-Family program with the Salvation Army and Family Services, Webnames is sponsoring the family of a single mom and her three children. We will make a difference in their lives this holiday season by providing a Christmas hamper filled with vegetarian delights (as per the family’s requests), and gifts for the children who are between the ages of 13 and 17. It’s a simple process that offers a family who would normally wake up Christmas morning with little under the tree some cheer and basics many of us take for granted such as nutritious food, new clothing, small gifts and treats to carry them through the holidays into the New Year.
If your family or business would like to participate, it’s not too late. We encourage you to register today and adopt your own family this holiday season. Click here for more information about what kind of items make up a hamper. Any questions about the Vancouver Salvation Army Adopt-a-Family program can be directed to Mark Touzeau: by email: adoptafamilyvfs@shawcable.com or phone: 604-872-7676.