As the days get colder, it’s important to stay warm, and volunteers from The Giving Tree Project are looking to help.
They’re preparing donated items such as warm hats, scarves, gloves, mittens and socks to help anyone stay warm this winter.
One of the Directors of the Community Arts Council, Sharon Hoffman says this all started after someone asked if anyone was doing a service such as this.
“I said that I would be doing that, because previously I had been in charge of a yarn bombing project, but this was helpful to the community by putting mitts, gloves, toques and whatever on trees, so people who are a little on the cold side could just help themselves.” says Hoffman.
Hoffman says that a service like this has shown its importance, as over the years thousands of donations have been made, with items always being used.
She added that any items that are being donated need to be smaller items, and must be new, clean, or gently used.
For those looking to donate, they can do so at the donation box at the Williams Lake Library or in front of the Downtown Williams Lake BIA office at 327 Oliver Street.
Donations will also be accepted at the Earth Friendly Holiday Event on December 1st and 2nd.
Items for anyone needing them will be hung at the tree at the BIA office, as long as it’s chilly.
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