Tara A. Spears
According to the Mexican office of Statistics, “as of 2013, Mexico’s government estimates that 33% of Mexico’s population lives in moderate poverty and 9% lives in extreme poverty, which leads to 42% of Mexico’s total population living below the national poverty line.” Within our little paradise by the sea there is a sizable portion that needs help.
A group of volunteers under the guidance of Fashion Show committee member, Gayle Marshall and her husband Bruce did the preparation of the gift bags. This year the Christmas gift was composed of three bags: one bag of dry goods, such as rice, beans, lentils, oatmeal, tuna, dry milk etc. Another bag contained fresh vegetables and a bag of oranges. The third bag contained laundry soap, toothpaste and some Christmas Candies as a treat!
The school counselor/teacher, Mr. Orzoll, together with the principal, identifies the families that need assistance.
Providing food for 50 families is but one of the Fashion Show initiatives. The Women to Women committee is delighted that this gift can make a better holiday for so many families. This is just one example of how the afternoon event of fun, food, and fashion benefits the community all year long.
Visit our updated website to learn more. You can select the Donate tab and become a sponsor- it’s that easy! Not only does Women to Women assist local textile designers and clothing shops, our group sends 29 young women to university and helps feed the hungry. Thank you for supporting our community activities! www.mujeresamujeres.com
Seasons Greetings to All from the Fashion Show Committee