A holiday tradition that began with one woman’s desire to avoid spending Christmas alone has grown into a cornerstone community event serving hundreds of families across Hampton Roads.
For 11 years, the Boys and Girls Club in Hampton has hosted a holiday gathering that provides food, toys and companionship to local families. What started as Cardella Peedeen’s way to combat loneliness after her mother’s death has evolved into a vital community resource.
“My mom died, and it was like I was being lonely all the time so I said I’ll just start spending my time with ones that’s in the same predicament as me don’t wanna be alone at home,” Peedeen said…