12/10/2020
Here at TIPS On Art we embark on a community service adventure each holiday season to bring joy to families we are matched with through community partners. It is important to us to develop a relationship in our process with these families throughout the season so they have a chance to get to know us and us them. Occasionally, we get to stay connected with our new friends as their lives continue to evolve and their children grow up … it is our honor to witness their evolution always. When we first meet, we ask them for their holiday wish lists and set forth to network and manifest as many of the wishes as we can. The lists usually do not include things like beds, new flooring, windowcoverings, appliances to replace their broken ones, car repair needs, rent backlog, pantry cabinets, etc. But as we get to know them, we see that these things can better their lives at home and alleviate some stress so they can go to school and work and be successful there. We witness true miracles every year in the way everything comes together for our Holiday Adopted Families … perfect every time even though we had no idea how to make it all happen in the beginning. We are so blessed and thankful for our volunteers and donors (new and ongoing) for helping with all the special details and networking within their own networks to creatively solve for the goals of each family. Our wrapping party volunteers make all the visual delight of Christmas really come together! We are especially proud to acknowledge everyone who has donated beds of all shapes and sizes over the years so every child who needs it has their own bed and pillow to lay their heads on at night. Here are just a few of the many stories that have happened over the years so you can know the difference each and every person makes in raising up the life of a fellow human being … enjoy!
This community service is more than just the gifts. It is about families, volunteers, community, and good old holiday spirit.
