The organizer of a program in Queens County that helps seniors over the holidays is hoping for a little Christmas magic this year.
Santas for Seniors Queens County connects low-income seniors with others who want to help them have a good holiday. And it relies on Canada Post to help make it happen.
Organizer Kendra Shot says this year, she’s worried about how the postal strike may affect the festive fundraiser’s fifth year.
It’s helped hundreds of Queens County seniors each year.
Anyone can nominate a senior, or seniors can nominate themselves. Donors then “adopt” a senior, buy a Christmas card and a gift card, put those into a stamped envelope and drop them off at three locations in Queens County. Shot and her volunteers then address each card and mail them.
