For the 15th year Friends To All volunteers will dress up in Santa suits and helper costumes to bring joy and cheer to senior citizens throughout Carson City.
On Saturday, Dec. 7, these festive groups will log between 150 and 200 stops as they make their rounds visiting and delivering gifts. Friends to All is seeking names and addresses of seniors who would enjoy a Santa visit this year.
This event is made possible through the generous donations from businesses and members of the community. Donations of cash, crossword puzzle books (large print, if possible), slipper socks, gloves, hats, scarves, handkerchiefs, lotions, lip balm, calendars, packaged small food items such as candy, cookies, or nuts, gift cards from grocery or gift stores, hair salons, barbershops, or restaurants that deliver — basically anything that a senior may be able to use. Cash donations are used to purchase gift cards for grocery stores to be given to seniors in need.
Donations are 501(c) 3 tax deductible and check donations should be made payable to RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) with a notation of “Friends To All.” A receipt will be provided.
Donations may be mailed or dropped off at the Fountainhead Associates, Inc. office located at 312 W. Fourth Street, Carson City, NV 89703. Call (775) 884-0180 Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or call if you would like a volunteer to pick up your donation.