Friday, December 16, 2011

Grand Ledge Ford Lincoln and Siren Spread Christmas Cheer!

Grand Ledge Ford Lincoln and SIREN Shelter of Eaton County are teaming up again for the annual "Fill The Truck" for Christmas!

SIREN Shelter's mission statement is to promote elimination of domestic violence and homelessness by providing temporary housing, support, advocacy, education, and information to the community.

The harsh winter months of Michigan are quickly approaching and they become grueling months for the homeless. The cold months bring increased needs for emergency shelter and temporary housing to get families out of the cold.

Each year Grand Ledge Ford fills a truck with donations from the community and individuals and delivers 5-7 truck loads per year. We cannot do it without the support of the community and we hope that it continues this year!

Besides the basic cash donations the shelter also needs: Gas cards, Quality Dairy Laundry tokens, ETran Tokens for adults and children, batteries of all sizes, diapers, pull ups, food vouchers for local restaurants, motel vouchers for Charlotte to use during family placement.

Also, the basic necessities are also greatly appreciated: hats, gloves, scarves, mittens, boots, paper products, baby food (except cereal), towels, pillows, blankets, toiletries, baby wipes, non- perishable food items (fruit, chunky soup, microwavable dinners) and more!

Any clothing and toys are always a good donation as long as they are clean!

SIREN depends on the donations from individuals, churches, clubs, and contributions of food, clothing, and furnishings to make up 25% of their annual budget! The remaining budget is made of from state/federal grants, United way, and community foundations.

It cost $12 per person a day to provide housing, food, and other needs which is reimbursed by the state of Michigan. Additionally each person cost $10-$15! Anything does help.

Grand Ledge Ford Lincoln is located at 6080 East Saginaw Highway, Grand Ledge, Michigan 48917. All donations are welcome. You can find the decorated truck in the showroom and employees are standing by to help!

Happy Holidays from Grand Ledge Ford Lincoln and SIREN!

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