With more than 100 toys piling up and more to come, Phoudini’s Great Gift Giveaway is already well on its way to bringing smiles to the faces of local kids.
The giveaway is an event to celebrate the 12th birthday of Beachmere youngster Phoenix Myers. Some of you may already know or recognise Phoenix, who lives with autism, as he and his mum Jaymee-Lee have undertaken some other big milestones and achievements before, including a callout for birthday cards for his 10th birthday in 2023 and last year raising money to get Phoenix to see his beloved Canberra Raiders in action.
“Every year for Phoenix’s birthday, we do something special and try to involve the community wherever possible,” Jaymee-Lee said. “Being Phoenix’s last birthday before teenagerhood, we decided to set ourselves a real challenge and attempt to collect and hand out 1000 brand new toys/gifts to 1000 local children!
“We absolutely LOVE giving back to the kids in our community. Every child is important and if we can help 1000 children feel some extra love on July 6, it will be mission accomplished!”
Spreading Joy – and How You Can Help
Not only is Jaymee-Lee excited about what they’re looking to achieve with this event, but so is Phoenix.
“Phoenix is beyond excited,” she said. “Gift-giving is one of his favourite things. I love watching him light up when he sees how happy he makes people with his kindness!”
Jaymee-Lee is one proud mum, knowing how much Phoenix has been through in just 12 years of life, but she wouldn’t have it any other way.
“I am always in awe of how kind, brave and resilient he is,” she said. “He is growing up to be an amazing young man and although I sometimes wish I could go back in time and give him one last toddler cuddle, I am really looking forward to seeing what he accomplishes next! He is an amazing kid (even if I am a little biased)!”
If you want to add to the toy collection, the Myers family warmly welcome your generosity.
“I have already had a few people ask me if they are able to donate to Phoenix’s latest project, which really warms my heart – we appreciate the kindness,” Jaymee-Lee said. “We haven’t received any donations yet but we are more than happy to receive them if anyone out there would like to contribute. The giveaway is open to all children aged between four and 12, so we are seeking any brand new toys that are appropriate for that age group.”
Given what they have managed for his 10th, 11th and now 12th birthday, Jaymee-Lee tells us to watch this space for when Phoenix turns 13!!
To donate or contact the Myers family, message through The Adventures of Phoudini page on Facebook or email phoudini@outlook.com
Phoudini’s Great Gift Giveaway
- Sunday, 6 July, 11am
- Beachmere Community Hall
- Progress Avenue, Beachmere
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