Food For The Poor (FFP) Jamaica, in partnership with The Salvation Army, treated 2,000 needy Jamaicans to a hot meal, relief packages and Christmas gifts at their annual Christmas treat which was held at Emmet Park, downtown Kingston last Thursday.
The treat was part of the two charity organisations' annual mandate to help the poor and renew the poor in spirit during the season of Christmas.
According to David Mair, executive director of FFP Jamaica, this gesture helps to restore hope to many who are dispossessed, replaces sadness with happiness during the festive season, and provides a sense of belonging to the poor.
"The turnout today is the most so far since we have been partnering with the Salvation Army to host this annual Christmas treat. Food For The Poor is happy to be able to help Jamaicans who are homeless, needy, senior citizens, and disabled from homes across Jamaica," Mair said.
Mair said that FFP would be hosting other treats this month for other needy Jamaicans, such as one for children slated to be held at King's House on December 16.
FFP closed its offices and brought all their staff members to Emmet Park on the grounds of St george's College to help with the treat.
Selbourne Oates, representative of the Salvation Army, expressed his happiness that FFP had decided to partner with them again to host the event.
"We are happy to have been able to put a smile on the faces of needy individuals at least for a day during this festive season."
At the end of the event, each person was presented with a gift package courtesy of both charity organisations.
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