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Santa ’ s Southern Workshop
organize baby items . Reams of paper are rolled out on long tables where children can create homemade wrapping paper , along with bookmarks and gift tags . be a part of the party , and they always ask if we will be back for their birthday .”
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“ Families can volunteer together , girl scout troops , businesses , social groups . Most importantly , this is something that we can all relate to . We all have a birthday , we all enjoy the celebration and recognition , and we want the same for these children ,” said longtime volunteer Bronwyn Pressley .
“ This work can be tiring ,” Amy said , “ but the children are so thrilled to just

Bright Blessings Inspires Us All To Work As One

Since the founding of Bright Blessings in 2005 , the Cervantes have worked with interested groups nationwide and have developed an affiliate network in several communities .
“ We have a network of affiliates who we provide with general parameters on what works as well as a manual for how to start a local organization ,” Amy said . “ We have encouraged these networks to start small , to see where the need and the passion is , so that they can have the greatest success .”
In Charlotte , Bright Blessings efforts continue to grow as financial and in-kind donations from individuals and companies who believe in Bright Blessings flow in .
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