Students from the Moraine Valley Community College International Student Ambassadors donated toys to the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation in Orland Park and socks to We Care of Grundy County in Morris, IL.
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, student organizations were unable to meet or fundraise as normal this semester. However, the International Student Ambassadors had funds previously saved and wanted to give back to those in need.
“This semester, they wanted to focus on activities that would be educational, an opportunity for cross-cultural exchange where they could give back to the community,” said Nereida Encina, Moraine Valley international student services specialist and International Student Ambassadors co-advisor.
The students purchased Barbies, Play-Doh, cards, stuffed animals and little cars for the Treasure Chest Foundation. Prior to the donation, the charity hadn’t received as many contributions because of the pandemic.
In addition to donating locally, one student ambassador, who takes classes from Saudi Arabia and intends to eventually study on campus, decided to give back where he lives and donated food to people in need.
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