As many readers will know (Gazette, December 22, 'Boxes of hope bring smiles to thousands'), more than 11,000 brightly wrapped, gift-filled shoeboxes were given out in Romania this Christmas, thanks to the fantastic public support across Cumbria and beyond, for this simple but meaningful project.
On behalf of the Trustees of Boxes of Hope, Cumbria and the children who were so thrilled with their gifts, I would like to thank everyone who filled a shoebox this year and everyone who helped with the campaign in any way.
Your care and compassion have brought a lot of joy, and we wish you all a very Happy New Year,
Rosemary Webster
Chairman, Boxes of Hope, Cumbria
Crosthwaite
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