I am in charge of our PTA community outreach program for this year. One of our annual fundraisers is a change drive to benefit our city's program that provides Christmas presents to children of families in need. I think this is a wonderful thing, BUT....

They are giving each child $100 worth of toys. I know for some people that's not alot, but for many families in our area that is more than they will be able to spend on their own kids. It's actually decreased from $150 from last year! Here is part of their guidelines:

1) Total amount each child will receive is $100 worth of gifts maximum. If a bike is purchased that costs $95.00 the child will only receive a bike. If the child requests an IPOD that costs $50, the child might also receive a gift card of $50 totally $100.00.

Really??!! Is it just me or does this seem too much? I think all kids should get to enjoy Christmas, but I'm having a hard time working up much enthusiasm for this and I'm the one who is chairing it.

Help me understand or put a spin on it I can use to convince other parents.

Thanks,
Renee