Community Christmas
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In 2011 The Matrix C.O.C partnered with the Walton County Sheriff’s Office to take the "Santa Patrol" in a new direction. Since that time the program has grown beyond our wildest imagination. In 2012 Catholic Charities and Salvation Army came on board to make this an even bigger and better event. In 2013 because of the amount of community partners, a vote was taken; that included a representative from every organization involved to rename our Christmas event to a "Community Christmas". The program currently services over 500 children with gifts, provides a traditional Christmas dinner to over 700 individuals and provides activities and entertainment for the entire family. |
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Our Past Community Christmas Events have
consisted of some truly amazing entertainment ...
Special appearance from Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and Curious George
consisted of some truly amazing entertainment ...
Special appearance from Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and Curious George
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Hulu Hoop and Dance Contest
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Performances from local recording Artist Robert and James
and Entertainer Larry Gomillion
and Entertainer Larry Gomillion
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Performance by Christian Illusionist Phil Shutt
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The Christmas Story with Associate Pastor-Missions
and Community Ministries - Rev. Richard Murray, Jr.
and Community Ministries - Rev. Richard Murray, Jr.
A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL WHO HELP MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE
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Applicants are hosted through a vetting process that is open to qualifying clients for 3 days.....
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Fill the Truck Toy Drive
Shoppers visiting participating Walmart stores on select weekends from November 28 through December 14, have the opportunity to drop off new, unwrapped toys and coats for children in need. Each year the Matrix partners with the Salvation Army on its company’s annual “Fill the Truck” Toy Drive.Starting the day after Thanksgiving, shoppers hitting Black Friday sales at participating Walmart stores receive a list of suggested gifts that help to provide for local children participating in our Community Christmas Event .
Shoppers visiting participating Walmart stores on select weekends from November 28 through December 14, have the opportunity to drop off new, unwrapped toys and coats for children in need. Each year the Matrix partners with the Salvation Army on its company’s annual “Fill the Truck” Toy Drive.Starting the day after Thanksgiving, shoppers hitting Black Friday sales at participating Walmart stores receive a list of suggested gifts that help to provide for local children participating in our Community Christmas Event .
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