Request For Giving Tree Donations

As we enter the holiday season, we invite our school community to come together in support of families who may be facing challenges during this time of year. Our online Giving Tree provides an opportunity for anyone who is able to contribute to our Holiday Hampers initiative.

We’ve created a list of suggested donation items – ranging from gift cards to non-perishable food—to help guide your contributions and ensure that each family receiving a hamper has a variety of items that will truly support them during the holidays. You will find the list at the bottom of this email, and on our school website.

Donations can be brought to the front foyer of the school starting tomorrow. Gift cards should be brought directly to the school office for safekeeping. Our Student Leadership Team will be organizing and assembling the hampers, making sure they are thoughtfully and equitably filled before distributing them to families who would appreciate a little extra help this holiday season. Student Leadership will also update the Holiday Hamper list as they take inventory of donations.

Thank you for your generosity, kindness, and continued support. Together, we can make a meaningful difference for members of our school community this holiday season.

Suggested Holiday Hamper Items

Personal Care Items

• Toothpaste
• Toothbrushes
• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Body Wash
• Soap
• Deodorant
• Feminine Hygiene Products
• Lotion
• Tissues
• Laundry detergent (small size)
• Dish Soap

Gift Cards

• $25 Walmart
• $25 Food basics
• $25 Giant Tiger
• $25 Fortinos
• $25 Amazon
• $25 Shoppers Drug Mart
• $25 Subway
• $10-$25 Tim Hortons
• $25 McDonalds

Family Comfort Items

• Mittens/Gloves
• Winter hats
• Scarves
• Socks
• Small board games
• Puzzles

Non-Perishable Food Items

• Pasta or rice
• Pasta sauce
• Canned vegetables (corn, peas, carrots, etc.)
• Canned fruit
• Canned soup or chili
• Canned chicken or tuna
• Kraft dinner/ boxed mac & cheese
• Instant potatoes or stuffing mix
• Boxed pancake mix/ syrup
• Breakfast cereal or oatmeal
• Crackers
• Granola Bars/ Snack Bards
• Juice boxes
• Baking items (cake mix, cookie or muffin mix, sugar, flour)
• Holiday treats (cookies, chocolates, etc.)

Warm regards,

The Student Leadership Team