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Santa Charity

Walk of the Santas weekend is an event that celebrates our community. It was created not only to enjoy Santa and the holiday spirit but also to showcase the great restaurants, lodging, shops and community we call home. As a result, a lot of spirit, volunteers and sponsors came together to make it happen.

In previous years, we have given to two worth charities; Deerfield Valley Community Cares Fuel Assistance Fund and the Holiday Giving Tree. This year, it's up to you. You get to choose which charity or nonprofit you would like your money* to go to. The only requirement is that they are a registered nonprofit.

80% of your donation will be sent to the charity. 20% will go to our organization, Celebrate the Valley, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Fund will be put towards funding the event.

If you're not sure who you'd like to give to, we have worked with many local charities over the past 4 years and encourage you to donate to these worthy causes.

Deerfield Valley Community Cares Fuel Assistance Fund
2008 beneficiary

The Deerfield Valley Community Cares fund is a local fuel assistance fund formed to help working families and seniors with their heating bills during the colder months. They are entering their fifth winter, and each year the need seems to grow.

Last year they spent just under $40,000.00 and helped 57 families. This year, with increased fuel prices and a slower economy, they expect more people will need help. They raise funds year- round with a number of different projects, but feel that, as in two of their past four years, they will run out of money before the needs are met. They will appreciate any help that you can give. Should you want to make a direct contribution, it can be mailed to: DVCC P. O. Box # 5 Wilmington, Vermont 05363

The Holiday Giving Tree
2007 recipient
The Holiday Giving Tree is a local organization that gives gifts to families in need in the holiday season. This year 65 families from the Deerfield Valley will be receiving food cards, gifts and clothing from the Holiday Giving Tree.

Celebrate the Valley is proud to be donating a portion of the proceeds from the Walk of the Santas event to this organization. Your participation will help provide assistance to 65 families in need this year. Please visit the Holiday Giving Tree at Memorial Hall in Wilmington Saturday afternoon if you wish to help out more.

Deerfield Valley Food Pantry
2009 Taste of the Deerfield Valley recipient
The mission of the Deerfield Valley Food Pantry is to see that no one in the area goes needlessly hungry, or lacks the basics for personal care. We provide, as well as our resources permit, food and other items to all those who ask for assistance. We do not turn anyone away. We serve Dover, Halifax, Jacksonville, Marlboro, Readsboro, Searsburg, Whitingham, and Wilmington.

West River Habitat for Humanity
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL, INC. is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. HFHI seeks to eliminate poverty housing in the world and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. HFHI invites people of all backgrounds, races, and religions to build simple, affordable, houses together in partnership with families in need. WEST RIVER HABITAT FOR HUMANITY shares this mission with HFHI with our focus on the following 13 towns that make up our afflliate: ATHENS, BROOKLINE, DOVER, JAMAICA, LONDONDERRY, NEWFANE, SOMERSET, STRATTON, TOWNSEND, WARDSBORO, WHITINGHAM, WILMINGTON, AND WINDHAM.

Living History Association
The Living History Association (LHA) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of Vermont and recognized by the federal government as a tax-exempt Section 501(c)(3) nonprofit historical and educational organization. The LHA was founded in southern Vermont in 1977, and in 1978 was officially incorporated as part of a regionally based reenactment group. After a long membership growth period, the reenactment group and the historical association became two separate corporations with their own directors and objectives. The name Living History Association was officially adopted in 1982.

Make a Wish Foundation
We grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.

Forest Moon Cancer Retreat
Forest Moon’s mission is to improve the quality of life for cancer survivors and their families and friends in New England. Interactive programs in home-like settings introduce therapeutic activities and foster group learning and revelation. Forest Moon’s goals are to reduce the anxiety burdening the cancer community and to cultivate within each individual a greater sense of control, enhanced well-being and renewed purpose.

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The Celebrate the Valley Inc. is a registered non-profit corporation with the State of Vermont and is govern as such and only subject to the jurisdiction of the State of Vermont. In the event of any legal dispute pertaining to an event or the Celebrate the Valley Inc. itself shall be resolved within the State of Vermont, Windham County exclusive jurisdiction.