1. There is a family in the Parsippany area who's father is very ill with cancer.  There are 4 boys ages 3 and up who are currently staying with their grandmother because the mother is between both NJ and PA trying to take care of her sick husband and the children at the same time.  The grandmother does not drive so the mother has to come back to shop for them, etc.  We were thinking of getting each of the boys a Eid outfit and give them each a small amount as a gift.  we were also looking for volunteers to shop for necessities for them. 

2. The 2nd family consists of a single mother living in the Paterson area.  Her husband passed away a little while ago, not sure of exactly when.  she has 3 girls, 7th grade, 4th grade, and 2nd grade.  We would also like to provide new outfits for the Eid, also new or gently used clothing donations would be appreciated.

3. A 12 year old boy with cerebral palsy who is restricted to a wheel chair needs to repair his motorized wheel chair.  He lives in VA.  We currently have some people looking into purchasing a used wheel chair motor for him.  The estimated cost of repairs is around $2450.  Anyone wishing to send donations directly to the family please let me know and we can provide an address to send it to.  If you would rather give the money to someone here, There is a person currently collecting the money to send in one big bulk. 

Anyone interested in helping any of these families please let me know at elhendy@optonline.net.

Please pass this on to anyone else you know who would be interested in helping.  As for the family in Paterson, I will be going on Thursday to drop off some things to them, if anyone is interested in giving something please let me know before Thursday.