In December, our K2 and K3 classes will focus on an important social justice theme—“class.” Throughout the month, we’ll explore the idea that not everyone has access to the same resources or opportunities. By having these discussions, we want to help children understand this reality in a way that’s meaningful to them.
December is also a time of giving and sharing, so we’ll encourage our students to think about simple ways they can show care for others through their actions. We’ll also learn about organizations in Taiwan and around the world that work hard year-round to support people in need. With this, we hope to inspire our students to join us in finding ways to make a difference together!
This month, our Tree House students and families will have the opportunity to help the community that The Garden of Hope works with by bringing in items for donation that these people may need.
Scroll down to learn more about this foundation and how you can join us in helping others!
Waiting Children Council of Social
The foundation began with a simple mission: to provide fresh fruits and vegetables for children living in residential care homes. Over the years, the team has visited various childcare institutions across Taiwan, building close connections with them, identifying their needs, and helping gather resources to ease their operational challenges. Through this effort, the foundation has gradually become a trusted and caring partner to children’s homes.
In 2019, the organization officially registered as a nonprofit to focus more deeply on issues faced by waiting children. The foundation continues to uncover unmet needs in childcare institutions and works to support both the physical and emotional well-being of the children. To date, it has assisted 47 children’s homes and accompanies more than 1,000 children each year.
Beyond providing weekly donations of fresh produce and essential food supplies, the foundation also organizes engaging activities that bring the community together and connects corporate partners to meaningful causes. Through these efforts, it strives to build a comprehensive support network that allows every child to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment.
Get Involved
As Waiting Children Council of Social works closely with babies and young children they are constantly in need of material donations. For the month of December we will be collecting materials donate to Waiting Children Council of Social and the community they serve.
According to the needs of our partner organization, please adhere to the items detailed on the provided list below for all acceptable donation items. As Waiting Children Council of Social has limited storage space, please limit donations to one item per family.
It is important to note that all items should be new and unopened. Any perishable items should have a minimum remaining shelf life of six (6) months.
DONATION DROP-OFF DEADLINE
DECEMBER 12
DROP-OFF LOCATION
TREE HOUSE
Donation Items
Milk Powder
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Karihome 3
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Megmilk Snow Brand T3 (age 1–7)
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NESTLÉ NAN SUPREME 1 Starter Infant Formula
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NESTLÉ PRENAN Post-discharge Infant Formula
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Similac 1
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Quaker 3 (age 1–4)
All perishable items must have a minimum remaining shelf life of six (6) months.