CHICAGO (WLS) — Meijer, a grocery chain, brought joy to students and staff at McNair School of Excellence by hosting a surprise event with toys and a special appearance.
The atmosphere at McNair Elementary School turned festive as a surprise event unfolded, leaving students and teachers filled with the holiday cheer that will be cherished for a long time.
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With the help of Meijer, the Daisie Foundation brought presents to teachers and all 332 students at McNair Elementary.
The non-profit organization reaches under resourced communities in Chicago and across the country.
Its holiday surprises is just one way it gives back.
“The idea for this event came from a nomination by CPD,” explained Julie Hightower, the executive board president of the Daisie Foundation. “After selecting McNair based on the recommendation, we coordinated with the principal to make this heartwarming event a reality.”
“Just thinking about the times right now, groceries are expensive everything is so high right now,” McNair Principal Benetrice Whitfield said. “And our student get to experience this. This has never happened before.”
The Daisie Foundation plans on stopping at one more Chicago public school within the next couple of days. They expect to surprise 1,800 children with gifts.
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