A letter from Baskets of Joy

January 22, 2010

Dear Para Vinson , Byron Bobbins ICU Ministry;

Our baskets of joy project began fourteen years ago when we learned many of the children who were living in local children Home did not receive Easter baskets. Over the years our project has grown to include Georgia Industrial Children Home, Hephzibah Children Home, Masonic Children Home, The Elizabeth House, The Dove Center and some local foster homes. With the help of family, friends, and churches, organizations and businesses along with lots of prayer, we have provided over 1,725 children with Easter baskets.
Having grown up in a children home and knowing the feeling of not being able to experience some of the joys other people experience has made this project very closes to our hearts.
Each basket will contain a small bible, a stuffed animal, a chocolate bunny, small gifts, candy and treats. Most of all, each basket will show a child someone cares about them.
We are requesting your help in making our project a success by donating baby blankets. Baskets of Joy is affiliated with Kids Yule Love and can provide a tax ID number upon request.
Your kindness and generosity in making the difference in the life of a child will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for considering our request. We look forward to hearing from you before March 8th. You may contact Katie at 578-836-5413.

Thank you

Clay and Katie Jones