The Spirit of Christmas Foundation Inc.
Our Mission:
 
          The intention and goal of the “Spirit of Christmas” campaign is to raise money so that we can provide Christmas for children in Southwest Florida that would have little or no gifts.  The idea of providing Christmas for a needy family was started many years ago.  Over the years, the number of families that we help has grown, and in our last 2 years we have been able to raise enough money to give Christmas to a total of 633 children. 

          With support and generous donations, these families were able to experience a wonderful Christmas season. Each year we contact many different locations to find the families that truly need our help - Schools, Churches, Salvation Army, St. Vincent DePaul Society, Health Park Hospital, Ruth Cooper Center, Even Start Family Program, and by word of mouth. 
 

          With the help of many wonderful people, we continue to hold a major Fundraiser. This fundraiser consists of a silent auction and ticket draws for donated gifts, and wonderful entertainment that makes for a fun filled evening. This year it will be held at Parrot Key Caribbean Grill and Bar on Saturday December 5th 2009, from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Parrot Key is located at 2500 Main Street in Fort Myers Beach.  
 

          We give ALL of the money raised to Wal-Mart Super Center in Fort Myers.  The money raised is then converted into gift cards and a date is designated by the store manager to take our families shopping. The day of shopping proves to be long, but so very rewarding, with lots of hugs and tears of joy.  
 

          Our heartfelt thanks goes out to each and everyone who participates and gives their support to make our Spirit of Christmas campaign so successful each year. 
 

Together we make this possible…BLESS YOU!