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Thank you to the generous readers who have already started putting presents around the Christmas tree at our office in Neville Street. These gifts and food will be distributed to families in the area who would otherwise struggle to celebrate the festive season. Partnering Mahurangi Matters in this endeavour are Womens Centre Rodney, Christian Foodlink and Homebuilders.
Homebuilders coordinator Quentin Jukes says it is great to get gifts that encourage children to play and be creative.
“Things like frisbees, balls, racquets, buckets and spades for the beach, are all fantastic gifts. Books, art supplies, jigsaw puzzles and games are all very welcome, especially on the inevitable rainy days over the holidays.”
Quentin says that unfortunately this year, there is a growing number of families who are struggling just to put food on the table, so being able to buy presents for their children simply isn’t feasible.
“The families who receive the gifts are always incredibly appreciative of the kindness and support of those who donate to the Christmas appeal. They know what it means for their children to have a gift of their own at Christmas and are painfully aware of what Christmas day would feel like for their children if there was nothing for them at all.
“Thank you to the Mahurangi community for making this possible.”
