107.9 LITE FM's Brenda Mee hit the streets this morning for the Christmas Wish fundraiser. Raising money for kids and families in need all around the valley, the fun kicked off outside Inner Diva on Locust Grove and Fairview. Larry Gebert emcee'd the party along with KTVB News Channel 7—with a forecast of a happy Christmas for all...
Each morning Tawsha our 107.9 Lite FM Elf gets up super early and delivers Christmas Wishes all over the Treasure Valley. With the help of many people who pitched in, we were able to grant what may be a final Christmas Wish for a young mother who is fighting cancer
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When you donate to Christmas Wish, where does your money go? Last week, a Christmas Wish was granted for Kristi and her three children. The family has a van that is unreliable but necessary due to her youngest, Jaya, being wheelchair dependent. In one day's time, Jaya has been admitted into the hospital and the family is spending their days away from home.
Just yesterday, Marisa, mother of three, went to work early in the morning thinking it was going to be a day like the one before. She works full time to try and make ends meet and receives no assistance. Thanks to the "kindness of strangers," Marisa experienced "one of the most amazing moments" and "will be forever grateful."
Every single morning, a Christmas Wish is granted (thanks to you). Every single morning, I put on my black coat and walk up to a front door in the dark. The combination isn't a smart move if you're wanting to appear festive or welcoming. I needed to make some changes to "un-creepify" my elf self. Did I solve the problem?
Christmas Wish deliveries give me a rush. It's the best feeling to be able to represent you, as a Christmas Wish supporter who donated in order to make these happen.
Now that we are in the homestretch (at least when it comes to Christmas gifts), it's getting tougher and tougher to get those last-minute presents that are a good fit for the recipient. Instead of stressing (or getting a pack of gum from the gas station), consider giving a gift that gives back. Here are some ideas: