THE media were treated to a sneak peek of the Santa’s Classy Helpers pop-up department store on Tuesday, 6 December as volunteers prepared to help over 285 local families.
Santa’s Classy Helpers have been busy throughout the year collecting toys, food and special Christmas treats for local families doing it tough.
On Tuesday The J was buzzing as the volunteers set-up the pop-up department-style store where those in need can “shop” for free.
Classy Lady boutique owner Lorraine Kenway is the founder of the charity and says this year they expect to help more than 285 families, which will be more than 800 children.
Volunteers began setting up the thousands of items early in the morning and although exhausted, were very excited for the next day’s arrival of families who are very much in need of some extra Christmas cheer.
The aisles were filled with toys piled high for all age groups and some gifts for the mums as well. There were rows of food and fresh produce, toiletries and clothes all kindly donated throughout the year from many Noosa businesses.
