Merry G shares the latest about the Western Farm Workers Association:
It has been a very busy time for the members and volunteers!
On November 11, Kaiser Permanente opticians gave us 97 appointments for complete eye exams and free glasses at their facility in Tanasbourne. Every patient received prescription eyeglasses, and three patients will have eye surgeries donated. Thank you to the opticians and staff!
For our Thanksgiving food distribution, 85 families received a turkey and seven bags of groceries. The food was sorted, bagged, and numbered before the teams of drivers delivered them to the members' homes. The whole day went smoothly and joyfully.
Our Christmas holiday distributions are being planned now. We will be collecting toys, new clothing, and food. Here is our timeline:
Friday, December 15, Toy Sort at Hillsboro United Methodist church. Gifts are bagged and labeled by family.
Saturday, December 16, Family Holiday Party at HUMC--dinner, childrens' crafts, and gift distribution.
Saturday December 23 : Christmas Food Distribution at Reedville Presbyterian Church. Food will be sorted, bagged, and delivered to homes.
Westside has offered to hold a hat and gloves collection for the Farm Workers gift drive. Please note that gifts of clothing must be new.
Volunteers are needed to prepare for and participate at all of these events. You can find a time that works for you and sign up. Call Merry Goldthorpe at 503-690-1908 or the WFWA office at 503-681-9399. Thank you.