The American Women’s Club of Luxembourg (AWCL)  has launched the 2024 edition of its “Gifts for Kids” initiative, which raises funds for the purchase of St. Nicholas’ Day gifts, for children living in Luxembourg’s foyers or group homes. 

Since 1996, the AWCL has been involved with the Gifts for Kids initiative by raising funds, coordinating the purchase of selected toys and delivering them to children living in group homes or foyers, in time for Saint Nicholas’ Day. St. Nicholas traditionally leaves gifts/presents for Luxembourg children on 6 December and this initiative ensures that every child experiences the joy of receiving a gift on the day.

This annual volunteer-run charitable campaign purchases children's “gift wishes” at a maximum of €25 per gift. This is only possible thanks to the continued generosity of volunteers, school and corporate sponsors and individuals who donate funds.
 
According to AWCL,1,453 gifts were delivered to 85 foyers throughout Luxembourg in 2023. As a result of an increasing number of requests for 2024, AWCL aims to expand the programme. 

Stefan Schoos, Social Worker at Hëllef um Terrain (HUT), commented on the impact of this initiative by stating “The gifts offered by your association to children, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, have a profound impact on their well-being and happiness. They bring not only joy, but also a feeling of inclusion and care, which is essential for their personal and emotional development.”

How To Support Gifts For Kids Initiative:

- Corporate sponsorship is the backbone of the Gifts for Kids Programme. AWCL partners with corporations throughout Luxembourg and supplies “Giving Trees” with individual gift “wish list” ornaments. The employee chooses an ornament and makes a donation via bank transfer or Payconiq. There is no need to purchase a specific gift. AWCL takes care of all of the logistics.

- School Sponsors:  AWCL provides the Giving Trees and ornaments  for students to choose a gift “wish list” ornament to sponsor. 

- Individual Giving: Anyone can participate in the Gifts For Kids initiative by making a donation via bank transfer or Payconiq. One €25 donation will cover the cost of a gift for a child, but any amount is welcome. Every contribution makes a special impact in the lives of children throughout Luxembourg. 

100% of the money raised goes directly to the Gifts for Kids initiative. The volunteer-run charity coordinates the purchase of the requested toys and their subsequent delivery in time for St. Nicholas Day.

For further information, or to become a sponsor, email: philanthropy@awclux.com or see: https://awclux.com/giftsforkids

Bank details for donations are: AWCL Gifts for Kids Charity  IBAN: LU38 0019 5655 8703 6000, BIC: BCEELULL