Ida is a grandmother. She has reached the point in her life where she should be enjoying her two grandchildren, occasionally spoiling them.
Instead, she’s raising them both on her own.
Their father has been in prison for several years. Their mother ran off and is nowhere to be found.
Her grandsons are 11 and 12 years old. At one time, Ida had a job and could handle the extra expenses. But then she became ill and could no longer work.
She now suffers from diabetes and cancer and has had several hip replacements.
Ida is living on fixed income. She said she can barely afford to pay her electric bill, let alone keep her growing grandsons in clothes that fit. Christmas gifts are out of the question.
That saddens Ida. She describes her grandchildren as “good boys.” She takes them to church with her and prays, hoping her faith will somehow lead to a better life.
The Empty Stocking Fund was created to put smiles on the faces of children who are struggling during the holiday season. Contributions will be acknowledged in the manner requested by donors.
CONTRIBUTORS
In memory of Dr. Frank Hardeman Jr. from Phyllis G. Hardeman: $100.00
Gail & John Vergoz: $100
Mr. & Mrs. Charles H. Sipple III: $100
In memory of Mary & Glenn Gibson, Kermit & Ally Yates, Carter James Schuyler, Brian Rumph, Karen Gibson & Larry Rumph: $100
Anonymous: $50
Bill & Harriet Bland: $100
Anonymous: $100
In memory of Essie M. Martin from Matthew, Noel & Vanessa: $25
In memory of Joyce M. Pidgeon: $100
In memory of James W. Andrews Sr. by Jim & Barbara Andrews: $500
The Nolls: $250
For the children from Joan & Herb McKenzie: $100
N. Carson Branan: $25
John & Lise Swan: $100
In thanksgiving for our three precious grandchildren, Ford, Eleanor & Cannon: $100
Ralph & Vermelle Bailey: $100
Charles & Shirley Ray: $100
Anonymous: $25
John J. White Office Cleaning Service Inc.: $50
Anonymous: $20
Marc, Owen & Asher: $150
Anonymous: $25
Tonnie & Mort Glick: $100
Speedwell UMC Super Seniors Ministry: $100
Joan & Ken Johnson: $100
In memory of Bill Harper by Dot & Penny Harper: $200
Anonymous: $100
C & S Retiree’s Club: $100
Today’s total: $3,020
Total to date: $16,881.62
HOW TO HELP
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO THE EMPTY STOCKING FUND AND MAIL TO THE SAVANNAH MORNING NEWS, P.O. BOX 1088, SAVANNAH, GA 31402-1088. ONLY MONETARY GIFTS CAN BE ACCEPTED. OR DONATE AT SAVANNAHNOW.COM/EMPTYSTOCKING.