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Christmas With Kenny's Kids |
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Written by Michael Sturgill
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Tuesday, 20 October 2009 15:52 |
 It's hard to comprehend that it's time to begin planning for the 4th annual "Kenny's Kids" toy drive. It is the time of year to be thankful for our blessings and remember that there are so many people less fortunate. As many of you know this toy drive began in 2006 when one of the founding members of the Knott County Youth Foudnation, Kenny Champion, became ill with cancer. In his job as Child Support Investigator for the Attorney General's office he was acutely aware of families that worked so hard to make ends meet but didn't have the extra for presents at Christmas. Knott County became united with volunteers and donations flooding in which resulted in over 600 children having a Merry Christmas! Although Kenny lost his battle with cancer in September 2007, the Knott County Youth Foundation continued his wishes, and with the help of many other individuals and organizations (the largest being the Knott Drug Abuse Council, Inc.) the event has grown above all expectations with over 5,000 people attending last year. Everyone in attendance received a warm meal, a New Testament, a picture with Santa, and nice present. This year we anticipate a record number. The event will be held on December 19, 2009. We also need gift bags, wrapping paper, tape and scissors. All money is spent on toys for the children and everything else is donated.
We would like to thank you in advance for your tax deductible donation to this worthy cause.
Please drop off any donations at the Judge-Executive's Office in the Knott County Courthouse or the Knott County Tourism Office. You may also mail donations to:
Kenny's Kids
c/o Knott County Youth Foundation
PO Box 843
Hindman, KY 41822
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 28 October 2009 10:58 |
