Dear Friends,

The dawn of a new year brings the opportunity to reflect on the gifts of
the past while anticipating the possibilities of the future.  We are
awed by the bountiful donations which were received in support of the
holiday initiatives at Project Self-Sufficiency.  Because of the
munificence of our friends and neighbors, more than 500 families enjoyed
complete Thanksgiving feasts; the Earth Angels program provided gifts,
warmth, and support to more than 100 senior citizens; and beautiful, new
coats were distributed to 450 children and adults.

The Season of Hope Toy Drive once again reflected all that is wonderful
in our community.  A record 45 schools in Sussex, Warren, and Morris
Counties participated in the Stuff the Stocking contest, collecting
thousands of toys for their fellow children and teens.  Thank you,
Stocker Bus Company, for providing school buses and drivers to pick up
toys at the participating schools.  Thank you, Off Shore Marine, for
working with area first responders and local businesses to pack a boat
with new toys for local children.  During the toy shop, we were graced
with the talent of scores of musicians who boosted the spirits of the
staff, patrons, and volunteers with the gift of song. We are indebted to
you.  As for the countless individuals, businesses, churches, schools,
restaurants, and civic organizations who donated toys, as well as the
hundreds of volunteers who assisted in the toy shop, you ensured that
more than 2,300 children and teens had gifts under their trees.  More
importantly, these families felt the love and compassion extended to
them by all of you.  We can’t thank you enough.

Best wishes for a healthy, happy, safe, and prosperous New Year.

With gratitude,

Deborah Berry-Toon, _Executive Director, Project Self-Sufficiency