Each holiday season, the Chicago-Sun Times has a fantastic program called “Letters to Santa“. The Sun-Times partners with local social service agencies, homeless shelters, and schools in poverty-stricken neighborhoods to find children who will receive little to nothing this Christmas. The children write letters to Santa listing a few presents they would like to receive. The Sun-Times then matches the children with readers who want to “play Santa”. The reader buys a $25-$30 present off the child’s list and sends it as “Santa”. It’s such a great way to make sure that a child receives something special for the holidays.
I participated last year and had a great time choosing gifts for my child, wrapping them (and including sweets!) and writing a note from “Santa”. I just received this season’s letter and I’ve been matched up with a 5 year old girl who requested Dr. Seuss books and a doll that walks. My heart just melted.
I would definitely encourage Weddingbee readers to consider participating in the “Letters to Santa” program. It’s such an easy way to make a child’s holiday season bright and joyful. Plus, it’s so refreshing to take time away from wedding planning do something for someone else, however small the effort may be.
If any of you know of other great holiday service projects in your neighborhood, please share!
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