staff create the best possible Christmas for children
and families living in their shelter.
Children five and under receive presents from Santa
and Mrs. Claus that have been specially picked out
for them and funded by Old Town Trolley Tours.
School-age children are treated to a Christmas
Party at Old Town Trolley’s headquarters, complete
with pizza, piñatas, individualized gifts and a private
trolley ride across San Diego, an experience that has
created Christmas magic for our children for more
than 10 years.
Finally, Father Joe’s Villages’ Annual Children’s
Christmas Party gifts children living at Father Joe’s
Villages a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Not only
do they ride in a limousine to a special party just
for them, the ride is also flocked by a motorcade of
Harley Davidsons, ridden by the Harley Davidson
Club of San Diego. This fun-filled holiday party
includes face-painting, food, gifts, dancing and a
special appearance from Santa Claus.
“We are constantly looking at how we can make
things special for the children each year, just to shine
as much light into their lives as possible,” Therapeutic
Childcare Director, Jennifer Ryan, who helps put on
the event shared with GB Magazine.
The annual holiday celebrations at
Father Joe’s Villages give children
experiencing homelessness a chance
to enjoy a Christmas filled with hope
and joy. These festive events would
not be possible without the support of
dedicated donors and volunteers.
This Christmas, support Father Joe’s
Villages’ Family Services by giving
a gift that will never be forgotten. A
donation of any amount will make
a lasting difference in the lives of
children experiencing homelessness.
Give online at my.neighbor.org or
call (619) HOMELESS (466-3537)
to bring holiday cheer to a family in
need today.
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