Here's a little more information on what the Christmas Store is all about (take from Mandie Eime's email):
In regards to donations: I was thinking that we could have a Willow Chicago - Breakthrough Christmas party. Instead of bringing gifts for each other - we could bring gifts that could be used as donations for the Christmas Store. If you have an idea or suggestion you want to share, please do!
Breakthrough is having a Christmas Store on Dec. 20 to provide our neighborhood families and homeless guests with a dignified way of purchasing gifts for their loved ones.
We need many churches, groups, offices, and families to donate toys, games, personal items and gift wrapping supplies. There are several ways you can collect the needed items:
*Organize a gift drive at your church or office
*Host a holiday party and have guests bring toys and other items
*Plan an afternoon Christmas shopping trip with your group
*Buy items yourself
You can drop off gifts, tape and wrapping paper at the Breakthrough Ministry Center, 402 N. St. Louis Ave., any day between 9am-9pm. All donations must be received by Dec. 17.
Questions? Contact Tony Escobar at 773.346.1705 or tescobar@breakthroughministries.com
In regards to volunteers: We're still in the planning stages of what this is going to look like for 2008. Since Don and I are new this year, we're not sure how many volunteers are usually needed or what the shifts might look like. But - we DO know that it's going to be held on Saturday, December 20th. So - if you're going to be in town then and you're looking for something to do - keep this event in mind. It would be GREAT to have you join us for a day of spreading Christmas cheer! :)
Stay tuned for more information and details. :)
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