Next ABC Run #70

by Meg & Merlin Anderson
What:       ABC (Adventures Benefiting Children) Run/Walk #70
Where:    Start at the Anderson’s (107 South Orr Drive, Normal)
When:      Saturday, December 3 at 8:30am (doors open at 8am)
Why:        Support a family through the Adopt-A-Family program

Price:       Free – but donations of any amount are greatly appreciated.
We hope to raise enough money to provide a great Christmas for two boys (ages 5 & 7) and a girl (age 7).   Much of the money we raise will be used to buy clothing and shoes as well as a few special items that match their individual interests.  The five-year-old boy is very active and enjoys playing with monster trucks.  The older boy is shy and likes arts and crafts as well as riding his bike.   The seven-year-old girl loves to dress up and also enjoys reading.  This family could really use our help.

The Adopt-A-Family program is administered through The Children’s Foundation.  This program is different from other holiday programs in that it is not an “open enrollment” program.  All of the recipients have a relationship with their caseworkers and meet with them regularly.  All Adopt-A-Family recipients sign a contract agreeing that they will not seek benefits from other holiday programs unless it is for food, or for coats through the Salvation Army.  Adopt-A-Family does not do coats because the coats would be needed before they receive their Adopt-A-Family gifts.

So, let’s all get together to jointly adopt a family for Christmas and to have a really fun run.  There will be a brunch after the run.  In addition to her coffee cake, Meg has a great breakfast casserole and many other items planned.  Bring something to share if you wish.