Local student, Grayson Wade, is embracing the act of giving to those less fortunate. You may have seen his collection boxes in local businesses around town. As we approach this season of giving, Grayson has embarked upon a grassroots movement collecting money and donations and spreading awareness for Samaritan's Purse: Operation Christmas Child (OCC). OCC sends shoeboxes filled with school supplies, hygiene items, toys, games and clothing to children in desperate need throughout the world. In an effort to receive support and raise awareness, Grayson has walked through neighborhoods and spoken at Rotary and Kiwanis clubs, schools, boy scout troops and has been a featured speaker at meetings of the Operation Christmas Child San Gabriel Valley Team. This year Grayson is focusing on promoting youth awareness about giving to children in need.
This is Grayson's fourth year packing shoeboxes. His goal is to raise $5000 in order to pack 250 shoeboxes. In addition to raising funds, he hopes many kids will join this campaign in the future.
