YOU ARE THE BEST AND WE LOVE YOU. We were able to give a gift bag to EVERY one of our seniors AND sing some carols with them. OUR GOAL IS TO MAKE 2023 EVEN BETTER!
The L.V. Williams Foundation is excited to continue the Stocking Stuffers for Seniors Gift Bag Giveaway in 2023! Started by our founder, Lucy V. Williams, 17 years ago, as a family mission of good-will, this has become a highly anticipated annual event that has brightened the holiday for many people. We hand deliver goodie-bags filled with everyday essentials, and a few treats, to various senior centers, in addition to delivering a little heartfelt love and holiday cheer.
WHY DO WE DO THIS?
In keeping with our foundation’s mission, we simply want to serve and support families. Seniors are, at times, the ”overlooked” family members during the holidays. Some recipients have no family or friends nearby, or, have no family or friends that visit. For those particular recipients, our visit and gift bag are the only gift that they receive during the holidays. In addition to the gift bags, The Williams Family provides special holiday cheer to the recipients by singing Christmas carols while they deliver the gift bags door to door. We have had to modify for safety, but are happy to be able to provide this special event for our seniors. It's a fun, festive event that brings joy to many residents each year.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
Our gift bag goal for 2023 is 300 BAGS! Each bag will include items listed below. This is your opportunity to participate by donating items from the lists below to help us reach our goal of 300 gift bags. Be sure that the items are new, unopened (seals unbroken),meets the criteria below and any quantity is appreciated.
*How long is the Donation Drive?
10/16/23 - 12/15/23
*What can I donate?
See the "Donation List for Gift Bags" section below.
*Can I donate items that are not on the list?
We prefer that you donate items from the list, as they have been requested and approved by the various senior facilities.
*Is my donation 100% tax deductible?
The LV Williams Foundation is a non-profit, however, we are not tax exempt. Donations are up to 75% tax exempt in many states. Please contact your accountant to verify the tax exemption percentage for your state.
*Where will the gift bags be donated?
Please see the dates and locations listed in the "Gift Bag Delivery" section below for details.
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
PACE Senior Living Center
6133 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC 28215
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Royal Park Rehabilitation & Health Center
2700 Royal Commons Ln, Matthews, NC
Friday, December 22, 2023
Salvation Army Center of Hope Shelter for Women and Children
534 Spratt St, Charlotte, NC
***Items not used for gift bags will be donated to the Salvation Army Center
If you can't donate items from the list, feel free to send a monetary donation. 100% of your donation will be used to purchase items from the list or to purchase gift bags. Thank you!
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