By Chaplain Anita Chapman
December 21, 2019, Gold Star Production, American Legion Deerfield Beach, Post #287, and a group of volunteers collaboratively held the 16th annual Christmas Toy Giveaway. The celebration has become a tradition of sharing the Love of God and bringing smiles to the faces of children from all over Broward and Dade Counties.
Yearly, American Legion, display their concern and commitment for helping the community by donating their time, space and equipment, which aides in making the event a great success.
Over 100 children attended the event. Sixteen Children from Urban League, Palm Beach County, attended. The children listened to a Christmas Presentation concerning the holiday which is connected to love and non-violence. After that, they received toys, enjoyed a meal, and played games.
The history of the Christmas event began 16 years ago by Mr. Stanley Colvin and Al Jones. They funded the event entirely with the assistance of friends. As the event grew and gained recognition in the community, businesses, friends and community groups became partners.
We humbly thank the following sponsors: 4 Kids Foster Care, Ed’s Insurance, Isaac Rivers Rented4Less, Henry L. Graham, Liberian Development Corp; Willie Henderson Berkshire Realty Weston, Troy Lounge and Rodney Baltimore HOT 105. Special thanks to GK Window Treatment Pompano Beach and staff for 11 years of support, Martin Chapman MMT Services and Busy Bees Deerfield for past dedicated yearly support.
Philanthropic donations and volunteers are welcomed to assist in our many community endeavors. joychapman93@gmail.com
Deuteronomy 14-29, Fatherless and Widows, within your town, should eat and be satisfied; that the Lord thy God, may bless thee in all the works of thine hand which thou doest
