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STEPS Cancels Annual Christmas Show
For Immediate Release -
FARMVILLE—STEPS Inc. has announced the 2020 Farmville Christmas Show will not be held this year.
“We wanted the show to go on, but there just wasn’t a viable option for this year,” explained STEPS President and CEO Sharon Harrup. “We are sad to cancel such an important community event, but we know this is the right decision. We want to do our part to keep the community safe in the face of the pandemic.”
“Unfortunately, COVID-19 has changed many realities.”
November 13 would have marked the Christmas Show’s 41st anniversary. STEPS, headquartered in Farmville, Virginia, traditionally hosts the event—an important fundraiser for the non-profit agency—at the Fireman’s Sport’s Arena. STEPS had hoped to make this year’s show a virtual experience, connecting shoppers and vendors at a single online site. However, that was not possible due to lack of vendor participation.
“We are extremely hopeful that 2021 will restore some sense of normalcy,” Harrup said. “Our team will work diligently to plan an amazing event for 2021.”
STEPS serves communities stretching from Cumberland and Buckingham to Brunswick and Mecklenburg counties.
STEPS’ mission is to partner with communities in the region to assist struggling individuals and families in pushing through their barriers. Programs provide employment for individuals with disabilities, offer job training for youth and seniors, education opportunities for children through Head Start, assist individuals and families facing homelessness, helps individuals falling behind on rent and mortgage payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and assists individuals on Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) in finding jobs and self-sufficiency through workplace supports. STEPS depends on the revenue generated from the Farmville Christmas Show to support their services. “We are hopeful that our fellow citizens will consider making a tax deductible contribution to enable us to continue our vital work” said Harrup. Anyone wishing to financially support STEPS’s mission may contribute through the agency’s website (www.steps-inc.org) STEPS Facebook page, or contact STEPS directly 434-315-5909 Ext. 209).
Virginia Rent and Mortgage Relief Program
For more information on the program please call 434.315.5909, ext. 215.
*Assistance dependent upon availability of funds and eligibility*
Prince Edward Recycling to Remain with STEPS!
“Thanks to all of you, our jobs were saved! We sincerely appreciate the Prince Edward Board of Supervisors recognizing the value our jobs bring to the the community and the environment. And to each person who advocated for us, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. “
- STEPS Recycling Crew
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