The Ministry of Human Services continues to spread Christmas cheer to less fortunate children with scores of Bare root children being the latest beneficiaries.
The Ministry, in collaboration with the Radio Needy Children’s Fund and the Community Development Committee of Bare Root, East Coast Demerara, yesterday distributed toys to children 12 years and under.
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Priya Manickchand, said the gifts were being distributed in keeping with the festive season of giving and sharing.
She noted that the Ministry wanted to ensure that the children have toys to play with during the holiday, as well as have a merry Christmas.
Community Development Committee Chairperson, Negla Garraway, indicated that the initiative to give children toys for their Christmas is thoughtful and that it will assist them having a fun time.
On Saturday last the Ministry, in collaboration with the Chinese Embassy, feted children from homes and orphanages and presented them with gifts.
Source: (GINA) https://guyanachronicle.com/2009/12/24/minister-manickchand-spreads-christmas-cheer-to-bare-root-children