For years my family has participated in Operation Santa Claus by sponsoring three children, one for each of us kids. When I was younger it was a lot of fun buying the gift for the kids but to be honest I really didn't understand the reason behind it I just had fun buying things for other people. Well, last year, my experience changed. When we were checking out of the store we asked if there would be discounts for buying for this program. The answer was no but to my surprise the cashier started to cry and began thanking us for what we were doing. It so happens that her family had received gifts from this program and she was very appreciative of what we were doing. From that moment on I knew that I had to work this into my Senior Project.
I have set a goal to raise money to sponsor 10 children this year. To do that I have asked for donations from friends and family, I'm selling candy at my parents work and I'm asking for old phones and ink cartridges. Through the fundingfactory.com organization the SIEU - Operations Santa Claus is given money for each recycled item.
My first kick-off event was at the Bow High School Open House on September 24th. There I raise approximately $190. I have also raised $370 from friends and family and an additional $115 in candy sales. I have over 13 phones and 18 cartridges which will bring me beyond my goal of 10 children....yeah.
Since there are so many kids in need I am going to keep going and see how much more I can raise so that the OSC can help as many kids as possible. It would be great to get the word out to other students throughout the state so that they knew that they too can help make a difference in the lives of children in NH.
My next few updates will let you know where I'm at in passing my goal
Posted by:
Sammy Gallerani on 10/12/2009 at 7:45:00 PM