Many who received gifts and food from the 2023 St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Programs have expressed heartfelt gratitude for making their holidays brighter and cheerier. Below are a few words from the many thank you notes that we received.
Thank you so much for helping my family this Christmas with the food voucher, gift cards, and gifts for my children. You all helped in so many ways to make our holidays brighter and cheerier than it otherwise would have been. -Anonymous
Thank you for helping make our families Christmas a blessed one. The volunteers were amazing and so kind and gracious. Your organization has been such a blessing not only to our own family, but MANY others. -Anonymous
Thank you so much! This year has been a huge struggle for me emotionally and financially. This has warmed my heart so much to make my son happy for Christmas. I am so thankful! -Anonymous
This season of life for our family has been challenging. My husband’s recent disability has financially put us in a hard spot with the cost of living. I had heard of the program through word of mouth. I have always been nervous to ask for help but the entire process from beginning to end was such a meaningful and wholesome experience. To see a community of God’s people come together to see joy in each other’s heart is the happiest sight to see. Each person was so helpful and thoughtful. The world needs so much more of unconditional love like this. God bless you all. Thank you for your abundant generosity.
-Amanda
I volunteer because I love kids and don’t want any child to not have a great Christmas. Growing up my family of 11 always had great family holidays. I would like to see all families have wonderful family holidays! -Polly
The privilege of being able to be accepted by SVdP Christmas programs is amazing! We were able to make Christmas happen for 36 residents who would otherwise go without over the holiday season. The volunteers are amazing and very kind. The spirit of Christmas is obvious when you enter the building and everyone there is eager to help! I’m grateful for not just our group homes but for everyone in our community who gets the privilege of getting gifts for their families. We again thank you from the bottom of our hears. - Stephanie, Adult Learning Systems-U.P. Home Manager