It’s hard to believe, but 2023 will soon be in the history
books. As the leaves turn, we look forward to the holidays.
The intrepid local elves at the Goochland County Christmas
Mother Association always have Christmas on their minds. For many decades, the
Goochland Christmas Mother has brightened the holiday season for those in the
county with great needs. The organization is funded mainly through donations from
companies and individuals. If you’ve got an extra bean or two, please consider
donating close to home.
Stacy Boatwright, Goochland’s 2023 Christmas Mother, visited
the Board of Supervisors at its November 1 meeting.
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| Stacy Boatwright 2023 Goochland Christmas Mother |
A 40-year resident of the county, Boatwright said she has been a volunteer with the Christmas Mother organization, which is near and dear to her heart, for eight years.
Since Covid changed the world, the Christmas Mother distributes
gift cards from Wal Mart and Food Lion to recipients, who can redeem them as
they see fit, but cannot use them to obtain alcohol or tobacco products. Boxes
of non-perishable food are also given out.
Applicants for help from the Christmas Mother must be residents
of Goochland County, supply proof of income, and, if applicable, disability. Seniors
over the age of 60 may also qualify. All applicants are screened to make sure
they qualify.
So far about 230 families have been approved for cheer from the
Christmas Mother. There is also an opportunity for groups to adopt families.
Go to https://www.goochlandchristmasmother.org/home
for complete information.
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