BIRMINGHAM, AL – This holiday season, the Greater-Birmingham Alliance to Stop Pollution (GASP) is thrilled to announce our first Annual Community Christmas Extravaganza, bringing holiday cheer and clean air awareness to the Birmingham community. This special event will uplift families and caregivers, particularly those from the North Birmingham Superfund site, who face the dual challenges of caregiving and environmental health risks.

Event Details:

• Date: December 13, 2024
• Time: 6 PM 
• Location: New Start Covenant of Grace 2873 41st Ave N Birmingham, AL 35207
• Catering By: Brown’s Bistro

The Christmas Extravaganza will feature holiday festivities, games, a 360° photo booth, free food, entertainment, giveaways, and the joy of gift-giving, with age-appropriate toys and gifts for everyone in the family to select.

Special Thanks to Our Generous Donors Thus Far
This event is made possible thanks to the contributions of our community supporters, including:

• New Start Covenant of Grace – Donation of event space.
• Publix, Gardendale – Donated reusable bags for gift bags.
• Birmingham Barons – Contributed a game package for four people in box seats.
• The Birmingham Zoo – Donated four general admission tickets.
• Burlington Coat Factory – Donated Christmas decorations, gifts, & household essentials.
• McWane Center – Provided four general admission tickets for the Adventure Hall.
• Cahaba Brewing Co. – Donated a swag bag & $700 voucher.
• Jenny McInerney, GASP Board Member – Donated assorted toys & $500.
• Yellowhammer Fund – Donation of $1,500.
• Project Say Something – Donation of $259.
• Kirsten Bryant, GASP Founder – Donation of $300.
• Richard Rice, GASP Board Member – Donation of $500.
• St. Stephens Episcopal Church – Donation of $500.
• Junior League, Over Zero – Donation of $300.
• David Ware – Donation of $500.
• Danielle Dowell – Donation of $52.
• Karen Shepard – Donation of $100.

A Focus on Caregivers and Reproductive Justice
This event is designed to support caregivers who often balance multiple responsibilities in communities burdened by environmental health challenges. By giving them a moment to relax and celebrate, GASP aims to underscore our commitment to reproductive justice, which ensures that families can thrive in safe, healthy environments.

How You Can Contribute:
We invite additional community support to help make this event a success. Opportunities include:

• Monetary Donations: To cover event costs and provide additional gifts.
• In-Kind Contributions: Toys, books, and educational materials.
• Sponsorships: Show your brand’s commitment to community health.
• Volunteer Support: Join us in spreading holiday cheer!

This celebration offers a joyful holiday experience while highlighting GASP’s mission to promote environmental justice and clean air for all. For more information on donations, sponsorship, or volunteer opportunities, please contact GASP Grassroots Organizer Barbara Jackson at [email protected] or click the hyperlinks on each corresponding action.

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GASP is a nonprofit organization that aims to advance healthy air and environmental justice in the Greater Birmingham area through education, advocacy, and collaboration. We strive to reduce exposure to air pollution, educate the public on the health risks associated with poor air quality, and encourage community leaders to serve as role models by advocating for clean air and clean energy. gaspgroup.org