Little Lighthouse Foundation’s Holiday Toy & Meal Distribution Brings Joy and Support to Thousands
Amidst the festive buzz of the holiday season, the Little Lighthouse Foundation (LLF) orchestrated a heartwarming initiative, spreading cheer and providing essential support to thousands of families in need. On December 15th & 16th 2023, at the Global Empowerment (GEM) warehouse, LLF’s Holiday Toy & Meal Distribution, presented by Beyond Protocol, unfolded as a beacon of hope for over 3,000 children and their families across South Florida.
This incredible event marked a milestone as over 6,000 toys found their way into the hands of children, each gift a symbol of joy and happiness. LLF’s esteemed partners at Hasbro generously contributed toys and games, adding a spark of delight to the festivities. The event not only brightened the holiday season but also provided a moment of respite and joy for families facing hardship.
In a heartwarming display of community support, LLF, with the backing of compassionate donors, successfully raised funds for meal boxes in collaboration with Feeding South Florida. Over 2,000 meal boxes, comprising essential food and supplies to sustain a family of four, were distributed alongside the toys. This thoughtful gesture aimed to alleviate the burden of food insecurity for underserved children and their families during the holiday period.
The Holiday Toy & Meal Distribution was a testament to the collaborative efforts of LLF’s partnering facilities and benefactors, including Excel Kids Academy, Breakthrough Miami, Touching Miami with Love, Miami Children’s Initiative, Easterseals, Overtown Youth Center, B. Wright Leadership Academy, The Motivational Edge, Carrfour, Big Dreams for Kids, Paul Laurence Dunbar Elementary, Frederick Douglass Elementary, and Phillis Wheatley Elementary. These organizations played a pivotal role in ensuring the success of the event, facilitating the distribution of toys and meal boxes to those in need.
The LLF team, along with dedicated volunteers, went the extra mile by assembling 200 GEM Family Necessity Kits for dispatch to Kentucky, extending support to those affected by the devastating tornadoes. Additionally, a pallet of 300 toys was carefully packed, offering solace and joy to children and families impacted by the natural disaster.
The success of this heartwarming initiative would not have been possible without the unwavering support and generosity of hundreds of donors, selfless volunteers, and the invaluable contribution of incredible sponsors. LLF extends its heartfelt gratitude to Hasbro, Beyond Protocol, Joshua & Jenni Coba, Visa, SAP, Eastern Engineering, The Teo Family, South Florida Concierge Association, Feeding South Florida, and Global Empowerment Mission for their steadfast support in making a difference in the lives of thousands.
In this season of giving, LLF’s Holiday Toy & Meal Distribution not only delivered toys and meal boxes but also conveyed a message of compassion, community spirit, and hope, embodying the true essence of the holiday season.
Story courtesy of Little Lighthouse Foundation (LLF) Facebook
