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Ray White Toowoomba and Ray White Rural Toowoomba have joined with Toowoomba Youth Service in their traditional Christmas gift drive "A Little Ray of Giving".

THIS year, Ray White Toowoomba and Ray White Rural Toowoomba are happy to have joined with Toowoomba Youth Service to help make a difference by raising much needed necessities for children and young people in the community.

Traditionally, the Christmas gift drive "A Little Ray of Giving" has focused on the donation of toys, however, this year Ray White has opted to provide a list of items that would be the greatest benefit to those in need.

If you’re in a position where you’re able to donate (be it large or small), simply drop your items into the office at 145 Herries Street (James Cook Centre) from now until Wednesday, December 20.

This year, Toowoomba Youth Service celebrates 35 years of making a difference and changing lives in the Toowoomba Region.

They support at-risk children and young people to lead meaningful lives and participate as valued members of the community addressing issues such as child protection, youth justice, establishing support networks, emergency relief (eg, food and hygiene products), youth crisis housing, youth mental health, and family relationships.

In 2015, Toowoomba Youth Service amalgamated with United Synergies – a Queensland-based not-for-profit association, which is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others who need it most.

Services and programs across the entire organisation fall under five main areas: Mental Health, Child and Family Relationships; Education, Training and Employment; Homelessness and Support After Suicide.

The charity of choice this year is the Toowoomba Hospital Foundation, Neighbourhood Christmas appeal.

For more details, contact Rebecca or Melissa on 4688 4400 or email