PEDVAC Foundation is now accepting applications for its annual Christmas Box campaign, a program which has provided a helping hand to families and individuals in the Port Elgin area at a time of year they need it the most. Each year, PEDVAC distributes Christmas boxes with all the ingredients for a special Christmas dinner, additional groceries for the Christmas week, toys for each child, a gift for each member of the family, knitted items and small seasonal items such as ornaments and Christmas candy.
If you or somone you know is in need applications for Christmas boxes can be filled out at PEDVAC, 12 Church St., Port Elgin, NB, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm by December 1st.
Those wishing to refer others can contact PEDVAC at 538-7638. Area service groups, businesses and individuals are being asked to donate towards the campaign. Individuals wishing to make a monetary donation of $10 or more to PEDVAC Foundation will receive an official income tax receipt. In-kind donations of food, toys, knitting, etc. would also be greatly appreciated. PEDVAC is also looking for volunteers to help wrap gifts and deliver boxes. For more information, please contact pedvacfoundation@nb.aibn.com.
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