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Follow on Google News | Starbucks brightens holidays for Kern County foster children with annual toy driveAnnual “Light up a Child’s Life” toy drive at over 200 California Starbucks locations brings cheer to Aspiranet foster children
Now through December 20, customers of Starbucks can take “gift wishes” from one of 24 Starbucks stores in Kern County and return donated gifts to the store. A list of participating Starbucks locations can be found at: http://aspiranetheroes.org/ Now it its fourth year, the annual Starbucks toy drive builds a bridge between the generosity of the community and the holiday wishes of foster children. Last year, Starbucks customers donated more than 3,500 toys, allowing Aspiranet social workers to deliver age-appropriate gifts to thousands of children throughout the state. “We encourage individuals, families and businesses, both large and small, to open their hearts at the holidays and help make a foster child’s Christmas wish come true.” said Vernon Brown, CEO of Aspiranet. “We are very grateful to Starbucks their generous support of Aspiranet and the children in our care.” Aspiranet, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charity, supports foster children, siblings, families, and the community with 35 core programs offering specialized services through 44 satellite centers within California. In 2010, it served more than 600 foster children throughout the state. About Aspiranet Founded more than 30 years ago as a six-bed group home for young boys in Moss Beach, CA, Aspiranet is one of the most diverse private social service agencies in California. With a statewide network of innovative services, Aspiranet has touched the lives of over 10,000 families and children since its founding. Aspiranet’s vision of bringing families together and helping foster children, siblings, and parents thrive is realized through more than 35 core programs and services in six areas of expertise – Family Services, Foster Care, Adoption, Education, Afterschool programs, and Community Partnerships. Information: # # # A leader in 5 Pillars of Marketing Success: Advertising, Promotions, Public Relations, Web & Social Media and Creative End
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