This year, the toy drive will support nearly 200 Ukrainian children in the Central Okanagan.
It’s a full circle moment for the mother of three who in 2022 was the recipient of these gifts herself after fleeing her home in war-torn Ukraine .Story continues below advertisementThe gifts that piled up under the tree are for a toy drive that a grassroots organization calling itself ‘Hearts and Hands 4 Ukraine ’ launched three years ago.
The pre-Christmas event at a private home attracted nearly 150 people hoping to brighten the holidays for the newcomers, many of whom still have family members in Ukraine where the war continues. Vartanian said she will never forget the warm reception her family received after arriving in Kelowna.
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