Testimonials

TESTIMONIALS

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CITY COUNCIL PROCLAMATION

A resolution congratulating Christmas Unlimited on its 75 years of service to the Pikes Peak region.

Whereas, Christmas Unlimited was established in 1923 and is celebrating 75 years of services to the citizens of Colorado Springs; and

Whereas, Christmas Unlimited is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Pikes Peak region families in need during the holiday season; and

Whereas, Christmas Unlimited is Southern Colorado’s largest toy distribution program, bringing joy and happiness to an average of 3,500 families each holiday season; and

Whereas, Christmas Unlimited’s method of toy distribution focuses on serving the adults in the family in an uplifting and compassionate way, thereby having an impact far beyond that of just making a child happy on Christmas Day; contributing to the parents’ self-esteem and family unity; and

Whereas, Christmas Unlimited is a non-sectarian, local organization multiplying is resources and effectiveness through partnerships with local business, military installations, churches, schools, service clubs and other agencies; mobilizing and army of over 700 volunteers of all ages who contribute tens of thousands of hours each year to its mission, and

Whereas, Christmas Unlimited’s programs extend beyond the holiday season and beyond children; recently expanding to serve seniors, to involve handicapped and challenged high school students in refurbishing toys, and managing Operation Back To School, which provides school supplies to families in need.

Now, therefore, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Colorado Springs;

That City Council gratefully acknowledges the contribution made to the community by Christmas Unlimited volunteers and officers.

That the City Council congratulates Christmas Unlimited on its 75 years of service to the Pikes Peak region.

That City Council thanks Christmas Unlimited for setting an outstanding example of humanitarian citizenship for the people of Colorado Springs.

Dated at Colorado Springs, Colorado this 9^th day of February, 1999

Marylou Makepeace, Mayor

School District 11

Congratulations on your recent nomination for the Salute to Partners .. should be considered one of the highest honors .. it proves you are making a difference in the lives of children in District 11.

Dr. Norman Ridder, Superintendent

Springs Rescue Mission

Thank you for your donation of stuffed animals for the Easter Meal at City Auditorium. They brought great joy to the children.
Carol Soderstrom, Volunteer Coordinator

Colorado Springs Fire Department

On behalf of the men and women of the Colorado Springs Fire Department, it is with great pleasure that we present to you the Department's Community Service Award.

Since the 1940's (the CSFD) has been an ever ready partner and has offered all the fire stations as a collection point for the public...and in knowing the giving of toys has an impact far beyond that of just making a child happy on Christmas Day, it also uplifts parent's self-esteem...

Manuel Navarro, Fire Chief

Monterey Elementary School

Thank you for your generous contribution of school supplies to our fifth grade students.

Sincerely,
Barb Lee & Anita Thompson

Marion House

Thank you for your donation of backpacks filled with school supplies that you gave the Marion House. Your support of our efforts is greatly appreciated.

Donations make the Soup Kitchen the success it is...

Maryann Stadjuhar, Director

Client

Thank you very much for your consideration. We recently sold nearly everything to afford the move here, my husband just started a new job so he doesn't make much yet. We were worrying about Christmas. It's a blessing that there's a program like this.

Thank you again,
D.B.