Press Release: Winter Wonderland 2022
Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson Partners with Los Angeles Non-profit Organization It’s Bigger Than Us, and Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Shopping Center on the Annual Winter Wonderland; Bringing 15,000+ Toys to South Central Los Angeles
The Annual Winter Wonderland event encourages attendees and the community to come enjoy the festivities and partake in resources for South Central LA, Saturday, December 10th, 2022 (12-4pm).
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LOS ANGELES Calif., (Nov. 21, 2022) – Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson (CD8), Non-profit Organization, It’s Bigger Than Us 501c(3) (IBTU), and Baldwin Hills Crenshaw (BHC), will host the Annual Winter Wonderland at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Shopping Center, with a 15,000+ toy giveaway in South Central Los Angeles on Saturday, Dec.10th, 2022 (12 pm-4 pm). This event will take place indoors and outdoors to celebrate the holiday and community. Kids and their families will have access to the toy giveaways, community resources, children's activities, live entertainment, a job fair, and more.
“While this is IBTU’s 3rd annual holiday giving initiative, it is our first partnership with both BHC and Council District Eight on their Annual Winter Wonderland. To collaborate alongside these community powerhouses for an incredibly large scale giving event for the holiday season in a place I call home, is exemplary of the impact we have made and will make in this partnership,” said CEO Tyrone Nance, IBTU Founder. He also shares that, “We are also excited to work with our grassroots leaders and organizations, who have been fundamental in past community activations.We are ready to show the holiday spirit that South Central Los Angeles has!
Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson added, “Events like Winter Wonderland crystallize my deep appreciation for the people and families that make up South LA. The festive music, decorations, and overall atmosphere reflect the diversity of our district. I am grateful for this collaboration that ensures Eighth District families, neighbors, and friends can come together and create memories at safe, fun events in our community.”
Family Activities include: A Trackless Train, Live Reindeer, Photos with Santa, Sports Station hosted by the LA Kings, Snow Sledding, VR Station, STEAM station, Festive Food, Live Entertainment, and more.
Personal Development & Wellness Activities include: A Wellness Station, Resume writing workshop, Job Fair, Mock Interview Assistance, Dental Kits for children, AC-1 Screenings, Flu/COVID Vaccines, Blood Pressure Screening, Fentanyl Awareness & Naloxone Training, and Mental Wellness Resources
Media Contact: Frances Garcia, Director of Marketing and Communications, IBTU
Frances@Itsbiggerthanusla.org
Promotional Flyers & Social Graphics: link
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It’s Bigger Than Us, 501c(3): This organization was started in 2020 during a time when the nation was protesting injustice across the world. As the collective communities demonstrated unity through marching, chatting and speaking in inclusive and unifying ways, IBTU wanted to transform the height of the protest movement essence of unity and bring it back to the community of South central Los Angeles. They wanted to go from screaming and marching and saying Black Lives Matter to translating that into impactful volunteer and advocacy opportunities for local and surrounding residents. It’s Bigger Than Us was started because they didn't want the movement to stop in the street once the protesting stopped. Within a short time, they rallied local community members of South Central to begin getting involved and taking intuitives in giving back in extraordinary ways. The existence of It’s Bigger Than Us is a direct reflection of what can be done when community members come together to help others.
Get Involved with IBTU: Learn more about volunteer opportunities here. For partnership or sponsorship information, connect with the partnerships team, here. Website || Instagram || Facebook || Youtube
Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Shopping Center (BHC): is a regional family and lifestyle shopping center located at Crenshaw Blvd. and Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. in Los Angeles, California. BHC includes a flagship Macy's, state-of-the-art Cinemark, many local small businesses, and varied dining options. BHC is the region's hub, hosting a weekly Farmers' Market, vibrant public events, and numerous service opportunities. BHC has long committed to making this neighborhood a premier community to live, work, and shop. BHC continues to support programming that reflects its residents' history and emerging future.
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Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson: proudly serves on the Los Angeles City Council, representing the Eighth District (CD8). Council District Eight is home to over 248,000 people and encompasses much of South Los Angeles. It is one of the most diverse places in the city, running from Adams and Imperial, Central on the East, and La Brea on the West.
Councilmember Harris-Dawson understands how decades of systematic disinvestment have harmed our communities and believes the people of South LA are its greatest resource. Council District Eight’s priorities always center on equity and include addressing homelessness; creating safer, cleaner streets; and ensuring that Council District Eight residents have access to sustainable employment. If you want to learn more about the council offices’ priorities or services, visit mhdcd8.com or call: 213-485-7616.
