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Mum's Letters

Here are just some of the letters that we have had back from Mums whose kids have received their Toy Boxes:

"I would like to just say thank-you very much for the toy boxes we received. As you can imagine we stay indoors a lot and the toys have helped in every way possible. I was amazed to receive such a great bundle, it brings tears to my eyes when I watch them playing now, not because I am sad but because it has also made me see that we can be happy and build everything up again, it's just made such a big difference... thank you very much."

"My child was shown that she was important and felt valued by being given such a special gift. She has so few possessions of her own and has had a very troubled little life. Thank you so much."

"My children had no toys. I'm very grateful and so are my children. Thank you so much. You really have made a huge difference."

"I would like to say a big thank you. These toy boxes have helped my children to settle in our new home, as we left our home with nothing. Thank you very much."

"My child has presents to open at Christmas! Thank you very much for the Toy Box!"

"My son was over the moon with his toy box. It has made him extremely happy, as he had to leave so much behind when we had to flee domestic violence. So thank you ever so much. It really was appreciated."

And from a Child and Family Co-ordinator

"I would like to share with you one case where we had a young mother brought to the refuge by the police escaping serious domestic violence. She arrived with a young baby and a baby bag and no other personal belongings. Due to the danger from the perpetrator she was unable to retrieve any further belongings and was granted a small loan to purchase clothing for her and the baby. When she was housed and leaving us, we were able to find her basic furniture and furnishings and a few second hand toys. This all took place just before Christmas.

"I had the pleasure in delivering her Toy Box to her and she felt that this was the Christmas she dreamt of for her baby. She wrapped each gift up and those were the gifts under her little tree.

"On behalf of the staff and the residents we are so grateful to put a little ray of sunshine into the lives of children in need."