Christmas is a time of giving, sharing and receiving. What better way to celebrate Jesus’ gift to mankind and express the joy of the season, then with children. The Department of Social Development in collaboration with the Grand Turk Cruise Center sponsored this year’s Christmas Treats for Foster Children. The special-separate party was held upstairs Margaritaville, on Thursday, December 22 2011 at 4pm.
The children enjoyed a delicious meal, as they took in the ambiance, sang Christmas Carols, recited poems and presented special ‘Thank you’ messages to Mr. Young and his team. A major highlight of the occasion was the appearance of Santa Claus, who came loaded with Gifts, big and small. Santa called each child by their names, as they collected their presents and took pictures with Santa.
The organizers behind it all, Mr. John Young, GT Cruise Center Manager and his team brought BIG smiles and Christmas cheer to the Foster Care children in our service program of Grand Turk and South Caicos. His warmth and generosity will forever be remembered in the hearts of our Foster Children.
Tiffany Thomas, Senior Social Worker stated:
“I was elated to see all the children in our Foster Care program in Grand Turk, out to spread the Christmas Holiday Season. On behalf of the Department of Social Development, and the Ministry of Home Affairs & Public Safety, I would like to convey my gratitude to Mr. John Young, who was forthcoming and considerate in hosting the Christmas Treats for Foster Children 2011. This event was a success and I look forward to future joint partnership with the Grand Turk Cruise Center. Thanks a million!!”
