Two weeks ago I was talking with my mom about China, and as the cool winter air began to set in, we began wondering about my little buddies in the Chenzhou orphanage and how they were doing. I wondered how we could bless them this Christmas. So I emailed the orphanage director to ask if there was any way we could help. The next morning I was happy to receive a reply with pictures of “Will” (my Chenzhou buddy)….this is the best way to wake up, by the wayJ. They also said they do need winter clothes for the children in sizes 0-12 years old.
So here is where the importance of this post comes into play… I need YOUR help. While I wish I had the money to buy warm winter clothes for every child in the orphanage, I don’t think that is possible without the help of some friends. So, this Christmas, would you help bring Christmas to the orphans of Chenzhou?
A few ways you can help:
1) Sponsor a child by purchasing their winter clothing and, if you wish, some small gifts (*see small gift suggestions below). Or send money and we will shop for your sponsored child.
2) Get the word out to all your friends and family.
3) PRAY. Pray for the kids. Pray that they get the warm clothing they need in what can be a terribly cold winter for those living in an orphanage. Pray for a courier….we are working on finding a family who will be traveling to China and can bring an extra suitcase or two full of these donations (if you know of anyone, please let us know).
Here’s how it will work:
If you’re willing to sponsor a child email me (dancingjesusfreak@gmail.com) and I will send you a photo of your sponsored child. If you want to shop for your sponsored child, I will send you sizes along with the photo. If you would just like to send money, I will email you my home address and you can send a check to me. When the children receive their gifts, I will ask that the orphanage take photos that I can share with you. I can’t promise that they will take pictures of all the children, but I will ask them to take as many as possible.
Suggested gifts:
-Any winter clothing – long sleeved shirts/sweaters, pants, socks, hats, gloves, coats, scarves, blankets…you get the idea. All items should be new or like-new…preferably with tags.
-Small gifts that can fit in a 9x12 envelope. Small gifts can include: Stickers, coloring books, hair bows, jewelry, small candies, toy cars, toothbrushes, hairbrushes/combs, sun glasses, etc.
-Please do NOT send: large toys that don’t fit in a 9x12 envelope (we just won’t have space), nail polish, bubbles, gum, or anything heavy, sticky, or spill able.
-You and/or your child(ren) can send a note and a family picture. We will have the notes translated so the child or caregivers can read them.
My hope is to send the gifts for Christmas or Chinese New Year. I will need all donations (clothing or money) by December 4th.
These kids need our help! Can they count on you? I mean, how can you say no to these sweet faces? J
