I know, I know, Christmas in August is one of the farthest things from your minds, but-t-t, now is the time to begin planning for the NNEMAP Children’s Christmas Store gifting in December.

St. Andrew Presbyterian Church has sponsored this program over the past three years. Gifts of toys from St. Andrew members, along with generous donations from other churches, groups, and individuals, have made Christmas happy for many children 1-15 years of age. St. Andrew, along with several other churches, has done a great job, but more help is needed. Last year we served over 700 kids and the need continues to grow.

This is why we are asking everyone interested to help provide gifts for NNEMAP kids. For those who don’t like to shop, a monetary gift is also much appreciated. We are giving this “Heads Up” to you so that you can get an early start for fall planning.

For more information on how you can help, please contact Susi Blackford via e-mail at sblacky@aol.com.

To provide a monetary donation in support of NNEMAP’s Christmas Gift drive, please send a check payable to

NNEMAP, Inc. c/o Jim Brown, Board Treasurer

PO Box 10614

Columbus, OH 43201

Please indicate “Christmas” in the memo so that we may apply your donation according to your wishes.

On behalf of the hundreds of kids looking forward to a happy holiday, NNEMAP says THANK YOU and

MERRY CHRISTMAS IN AUGUST!!!