In a festive frenzy, pondering the presents you must purchase and the crowds you’ll have to brave for that must have item that you crave?
Aside from taking up your time this holiday habit is harsh on your dime and the spirit of the season is lost amidst the lust. Instead of shopping to stuff your stocking try on Santa’s Slippers and see how it feels to give the gift of fun to a child this Christmas.
Every year, The Fresh Air Fund gives thousands of inner-city children the priceless gift of fun – and opens the door to a lifetime of opportunities.
Whether its a two-week trip to the country to visit a volunteer host family, or a fun-filled and educational stay at one of their camps, their programs make for unforgettable memories – and open a world of new friendships and fresh possibilities.
Be a Hero for the Holidays
$10 will send one child on a bus ride to his or her host family.
$24 provides a child with a week of swimming lessons.
$42 provides a day of Career Awareness classes.
$50 can fund a camp counselor for a day.
A gift of $91, provides a child at camp with meals for a week.
Be a Host for the Holidays
Christmas comes alive in the company of others and what better way to to celebrate than with children. They bring a sense of wonder and joy to remind you lifes treasures are people not presents and every moment is an opportunity to learn, love and live with passion.
There is no such thing as a “typical” host family. If you have room in your home – and your heart – to host a child, you could be one too. Learn more
Swop Santa’s Slippers for a pair of Sneakers
The Fresh Air Fund is looking for runners and sponsors to join their Fresh Air Fund-Racers team for the NYC Half-Marathon this coming March 21st.
There is limited availability for this amazing race so if you would like to run, please register here right away.
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