Ft. Hood Purple Santa update

Postby **MaxGravy** » Sat Dec 12, 2015

Today was the big day. We distributed toys to over 280 children of wounded soldiers. The soldiers submit their wish lists and the Purple Santa makes those wishes come true. It's a huge task to not only put on this event but also purchase and sort all the toys. They're sorted into large black trashbags so the kids can't see what's in them. This way the parents can wrap them later for Christmas. You should have seen all the bags stacked up in the back along with large boxed toys and bicycles and more! (I forgot to take a pic)

This was our second year helping out at the event which was held at the Community Center & Bingo Hall at Ft. Hood. The doors are open all day. Some soldiers just stop by to pick up the presents, but many bring their families and spend some time. Santa always makes an appearance and there are games and prizes for the kids. Lunch and goodies are provided as well. We do our best to make everyone feel special and important.

The Purple Santa is just one part of the WFTW but it's a very special part. This is a truly awesome organization. Splunky and I feel very honored to be able to help out and meet so many kind and caring people. It was a very special but difficult day. We heard stories today that made my blood boil. We live in a messed up world. How did things get so bad? I'm so very blessed to have Splunky as my wife and Texas as my home. Merry Christmas to all and please be very thankful for what you have.

Also, I want to mention that Bullionstacker was responsible for raising more than $1000 for this year's Purple Santa. WOW! THANK YOU!!! And thank you to the folks who bought survival bracelets from the fundraiser. I gave them away to the kids today.

fredzoyt · Postby **fredzoyt** » Sat Dec 12, 2015

Tremendous!!! :thumbup:

Blue Angel · Postby **Blue Angel** » Sat Dec 12, 2015

Way to go Randy and Brenda! I am so proud of you guys and the way you have embraced this important cause. It would never go so smoothly and achieve so much good without you doing so much.

BotanicusRex · Postby **BotanicusRex** » Sat Dec 12, 2015

Shyestsparks · Postby **Shyestsparks** » Sat Dec 12, 2015

silverhoarder3 · Postby **silverhoarder3** » Sat Dec 12, 2015

Looked like a great turnout. Congrats! :clap:

skylersfriend · Postby **skylersfriend** » Sat Dec 12, 2015

Good on Ya, Splunky, Duck and Blue Angel!!!! :clap:

Blue Angel · Postby **Blue Angel** » Sun Dec 13, 2015

skylersfriend wrote:Good on Ya, Splunky, Duck and Blue Angel!!!!

I wasn't able to make it to this one Hal. The Duck and Splunky are really pretty involved with the Central Texas wheeling clubs to make this happen.

Blue Angel · Postby **Blue Angel** » Mon Dec 14, 2015

Randy, when you get time, could you explain a bit about what it was that "made your blood boil."

Thanks in advance.

Postby **MaxGravy** » Wed Dec 23, 2015

I am Proud to Announce that our Purple Santa Christmas party for the Wounded Soldiers Children at Ft Hood was a Huge Success !

We had 95 families with 239 Children attend our event
We had a lot of donated Toys
We collected and Spent all on Gifts - $11,235 that came from :

1) Freedom Flyers Burnett - P-51 Rides (3 )
A. Michael Mitchell - $1,000
B. Leland Sjule - $1,000
C. Help Our Wounded - $1,000
2) Help Our Wounded Cash Donation - $1,000
3) Walmart Purple Santa Gift Cards ( from Killeen Lowes Blvd, Stan Sclueter, Harker Heights, Lampasas ) - $4,235
4) Bullion Stackers - $1,000
5) Wheelers for the Wounded Texas - $2,000

Thank You for Supporting Purple Santa. We could not of done it with out your Support ! You helped 239 Children and their Wounded Parents at Ft Hood have a very MERRY Christmas

Thank You
John Collins
Director for Wheelers for the Wounded Texas
Mustang Heritage Foundation Veterans Program