Connecting Henry, Inc. received a grant for $5,000 from the Central Georgia EMC Foundation. The funds will support its Community Care Christmas Toy Shop.  

"We pride ourselves in being a lifeline to many families in Henry County for the last 25 years," said Executive Director Barbara Coleman. "We are so pleased for the support of the Central Georgia EMC Foundation and its contributing members. Your participation helps to ensure every Henry County child in need will have a gift under the tree." 

Connecting Henry has served the residents of Henry County since 1996. Their mission is to identify and connect existing resources in the community to strengthen individuals, families, and children in Henry County. The Christmas Toy Shop provides new toys and books to children in the community who might not otherwise find presents under their tree on Christmas morning. The event is staffed by volunteers who act as personal shoppers to assist parents in their selections. In 2020, the Community Cares Toy Shop served approximately 733 children and 303 families. 

The average Operation Round Up participant's donation is fifty cents per month, but that "change" adds up to makes a big difference in local communities.