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<p class=MsoNormal>Merry Christmas everyone! It’s hard to believe the
holidays are here once again, but with all the rush, stress and commercialism
of the season there also comes the joy of sharing and spending time with
friends and loved ones.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>The Spring OASFAA conference is just around the corner,
April 13 – 15 in Catoosa, and our service project is once again Citizens
Caring for Children. For those of you who are not familiar with this wonderful
organization I will share their mission statement: “Citizens Caring for
Children breaks the cycle of abuse and neglect for Oklahoma foster children by
addressing their material, emotional, intellectual and spiritual needs….because
every child deserves the chance for a better life. Through our programs we
promote self-worth, self-esteem and develop character to give hope, change
lives and create healthy futures.”<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>This year they are calling their project “It’s
in the Bag”. It’s in the Bag will provide duffle bags to the
Oklahoma foster children they serve. These children have been removed from
their homes with nothing but the clothing on their backs and do not get the
chance to go back to get a change of clothes, a blanket, a favorite toy or
stuffed animal, or even a toothbrush. These bags will provide these children
with the daily necessities most people take for granted. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>They are asking for medium sized duffle bags with a zipper
filled with the toiletries listed below:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>Shampoo<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>Soap (Liquid or bar, but if bar please include a soap
holder)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>Brush and comb<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>Fleece blanket<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>Deodorant<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>Toothbrush, toothpaste and floss<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>OASFAA always responds with an incredible outpouring of love
and support, but we also want to make it fun. So, as we’ve done in the
past, we’re going to have a contest to see who can collect the most
items. We will divide into four teams and the winner (or loser) will get to do
something entertaining for the rest of us! Teams, team leaders, and contest
rules will be announced soon. In the meantime while you’re finishing up
your Christmas shopping (or just getting started) be on the lookout for some of
these items on sale and go ahead and pick them up. Mendy has already found some
light weight canvas bags at Target that are 20” and 24”, fold in on
themselves, have a toiletry bag and are $10 and $15. They sound perfect!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>The Spring OASFAA conference is shaping up to be a great one
and the opportunity for us to help the less fortunate will make it even better!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>Nancy Vollertsen<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>Financial Aid Counselor<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>University of Central Oklahoma<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>Nigh University Center, Room 141<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>Edmond, OK 73034<o:p></o:p></p>
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