The University of Antelope Valley continues to show its commitment to our community by hosting the Ninth Annual “Caring for the Community” event on Saturday, December 12, 2015, at the UAV Sierra Highway campus. Started by UAV founders, Marco and Sandra Johnson, Caring for the Community had humble beginnings, as the Johnson family distributed flyers throughout our community themselves, serving approximately 20-30 people in its first year.
Last year, 2014, UAV served a holiday meal with all the trimmings to over 2,000 attendees and more than 2,500 toys distributed to children, and families in need received much needed warm clothing. “It was a wonderful day all around, but the most memorable part for me was seeing the joy on the faces of the parents and their children, as they sat with Santa and received gifts,” stated UAV Banquet Manager Pam Mazor. “Whether it was a doll or a bike, the way the children’s eyes lit up was so inspiring, and I think we all walked away that day feeling the true holiday spirit.”
However, catering to the needs of our community is an extensive undertaking and were it not for the support of city leaders, members of our community, and local businesses coming together to help make the event possible, it may not have succeeded.
Last year’s Caring for the Community exceeded everyone’s expectations! The community rose to the occasion, and more than 100 volunteers enlisted and approximately 400 articles of clothing; including jackets, jeans, hats, gloves and other winter wear was donated for families in need.
UAV is accepting donations of new or very gently worn winter coats/blankets/accessories, un-opened toys, or non-perishable food items. Please deliver to the UAV campus front lobby until December 11, 2015.University of Antelope Valley
44055 N. Sierra Highway
Lancaster, CA 93534
Those interested in volunteering time, please contact Laura Bishop at (661) 726-1911 x126 or via email at laura.bishop@uav.edu
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