Six-year-old Rakiyah wants a Build-a-Bear. Two-year-old Ayuna wants a dollhouse.
Those are just two of the holiday wishes from kids in the care of our friends over at Henry Street Settlement, who are asking for help checking off their lists. They have 36 letters to Santa, and so far, just over half have been answered. Volunteers can choose a letter to answer and then mail or deliver the unwrapped gift by Dec. 5.
Henry Street is also running a “Joy Drive” to collect gifts for seniors, families and teens. Items needed for that project include: lap blankets; gift baskets with toiletries, stuffed animals, games and toys; hats, scarves and gloves; gift cards for clothing; and movie passes.
For details on where and when to drop off donations, check out Henry Street’s website or contact Bernadette Perrette at bperrette@henrystreet.org, 212-766-9200 x259.
