A note from Mrs. Z:
"Dear Parents,
We are doing a community service project to help shelter and orphanage children get books and pajamas. By the look of Scholastic's due date I would think they would receive these around holiday time. What a wonderful project!
Community service has benefits for your child as well, including creating a connection to the community, building self-esteem, developing leadership skills and demonstrating that children can make a difference.
Any help you can provide would be great. Our goal is to start small - perhaps 40 pairs of PJ's for the class. A set of pajamas can be purchased inexpensively from Wal-Mart or Target for about $10. If you cannot participate, there is lots of work your child can do in support of the project, including writing letters and making posters for the project. I am asking each parent if they could give at least one name/address of someone we can solicit assistance. HR departments are a great place to start as well as friends!
Thanks! Our due date is 12/1 (a bit earlier than Scholastic) due to the busy holiday schedule. Let's make holiday time more special for these children. In giving we get so much. Thanks in advance!
Mrs. Z and Class 103"
About the Drive
Last year, we were able to donate 18,000 pajamas and books to kids who needed them most. This year, we want to reach a goal of 25,000 pajamas and books. Will you and your students help make this dream come true?
Here's what we need:
Brand-new pajamas in all sizes from newborn to adult.
Complete sets or nightgowns only, PLEASE.
About Pajama Program
A nonprofit organization that provides pajamas and books to children who live in group homes, shelters, foster care, and orphanages.
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