On Saturday, the Christian County Extension Office was filled with the smell of syrup and the sound of children’s laughter, families lined up for photos with Santa, crafts, and a warm breakfast.
Among the special guests was current Miss Kentucky Ariana Rodriguez, who says events like this carry personal meaning.
click to download audioFor many of the volunteers, the day is just as emotional. Takahla Taylor, whose own family has experienced foster care, says she sees herself in the children enjoying the morning.
At the center of it all is Joy Closet. Co-Executive Director Julia Roberts says the event is designed to make sure every child—foster or biological—feels the magic of the season.
click to download audioRoberts says the community’s generosity goes even further.
click to download audioAnd for the team at Joy Closet, the mission reaches deeper than the holiday celebration itself.
