We have changed our usual annual Christmas Hampers and Potluck event
to reflect our reality and challenges with COVID. It has been agreed
that for 2020 we will be supporting all youth on YAGs (Youth
agreements) and Independent Living who are supported by Lii Michif
Otipemisiwak, Secwepemc Child and Family Services, and Ministry for
Children and Family Development.
This year we are asking folks who would like to help to donate money
that will be used to purchase a gift certificate for each youth. STFC
is contributing stockings filled with items such as pencil crayons,
notebooks, pens, hot chocolate, tea, granola bars, Power Pages, YICN
(youth in care network) information for the Kamloops local etc. to go
along with the gift certificate that will be delivered prior to
Christmas so the youth are able to shop for a gift.
This year we are supporting 42 youth on YAGS and Independent Living;
of those youth, 5 are parents, each with one child. We will be
putting together a stocking for the babies and toddlers (ages: girl -
9 months, girl - 2 yrs, 2 boys - 1 yr, 1 boy - 2 yrs) and ask that if
folks would like to donate clothing, toys, diapers, etc. we will
divide up what is received so that all parents will receive things for
their littles.
All agencies will be collecting funds and items, as well ICS is able
to provide tax receipts for all monies collected over $5. To donate
now, please click the link below.
Know that you will be making a difference this year for a youth who
may be struggling with isolation this year due to COVID. Thank you
for making a difference!
The Support to Family Care Network Team
Please note if you have gifts to drop off, contact our team at:
(236)421-0031, Kari - (250)819-1919, Renata - (250)319-6557, or
Krista - (250)819-5819
Deadline to contribute money, or items for the littles, has been
extended to
Friday, December 18, 2020 at noon.
