Shepherdstown Shares Initiative Encourages Children to Give Back This Holiday Season
Children learn to embrace the spirit of giving, with new Shepherdstown Shares initiative
The Journal | Wednesday, December 4, 2024
In an effort to spread the spirit of giving during the holiday season, Shepherdstown Shares prepares to ensure that local families in need enjoy a traditional Christmas dinner and receive gifts for their children. Volunteer Mary Beth Kilmer initiated a free gift-shopping experience for clients of the food pantry, allowing them to pick out toys for their children. This year, Judy Shepherd has expanded donations by encouraging children who meet Santa to donate used toys in good condition. Eight-year-old D.J. Cole exemplifies this spirit of sharing by planning to contribute his unused toys, demonstrating how parents can guide their children to care for those less fortunate. This article was published by The Journal.