CHRISTMAS APPEAL

St Vincent de Paul

Christmas Appeal Announcement

Throughout the year, students have explored various Catholic Social Teaching principles, which guide us in living out our faith through actions that reflect Jesus’ love and compassion as well as a focus on helping others. Students have also been learning about Advent and explored the meaning of this liturgical season. Advent is  a season of HOPE, PEACE, JOY and LOVE for all. It is a time to reflect that we can prepare our hearts and homes for Christ’s birth. It is a time for faith communities and families to remember, through prayer, reflections and good deeds, what the true meaning of Jesus’ birth is. As part of our learning, we would like to take action and be involved in the Christmas Appeal. 

Most children have a wish list each Christmas, but many families are unable to afford to put any gifts under the tree. By allowing these parents to choose their own gift for their child, we can uphold their dignity and bring joy to Christmas morning. For this reason, we would like to collect gift cards from Woolworths, Kmart, Target or multiple stores cards like Her, Him, Kids, The Ultimate etc. All donations will be passed directly to our local Mini Vinnies charter. 

If you would like to donate, please bring a gift card to school over the next couple of weeks . Donated cards of any value are welcome. Please write the value on the cards. The Mini Vinnies will be collecting the gift cards every morning in the classroom until Monday 8th December.

Students will then create Christmas cards for those families under the care of our local Mini Vinnies charter. These cards will be distributed to the families, along with our donated gift cards. 

Our goal is to raise $500 worth of gift cards and celebrate with fun Christmas themed activities on Monday 8th December if we reach our goal. Children can wear Christmas accessories on that day.

We would like to thank you in advance for your generosity.

Kind Regards,

The Social Justice Captains and Mini Vinnies