All:

As most of you know, it is a longstanding tradition of Troop 73's families to contribute at this time of the year to our Christmas Family Fund.

Donated funds are used to purchase necessities and Christmas gifts for one needy family, anonymous to us but known to Holy Trinity Church, to give them a holiday season that would otherwise be impossible.

This year, as part of our court of honor and Christmas party in mid-December, we will be getting together to wrap the purchased gifts for that needy family.

When surplus funds are available, we also purchase gift cards requested for the needy via the Holy Trinity Church "Giving Tree."

This year, with economic uncertainty being what it is, and us having fewer Scouts and families in the troop, we are asking every Troop 73 family and Scout who is able to contribute to give what they can to support our needy sponsoree Christmas family.

Gifts may be given via this Givebutter link, via cash or check (to "BSA Troop 73" with a memo "Christmas Fund, which Mr. Jim Agar can accept during our scheduled 11/24, 12/1, and 12/8 meetings); or via Venmo to @jim-agar.

Thank you for your generosity this holiday season and all year long!

Yours in Scouting,

Mr. Jim Agar

Christmas Family Fund 2026