OXFAM Annual Fundraiser

The speaker shares their long-term support for Oxfam, highlighting its growing recognition in the US. They discuss the Oxfam America Unwrapped catalog, which allows people to purchase necessities for those in need globally. The speaker appreciates Oxfam's grassroots approach to community support, emphasizing economic and political empowerment. They suggest Oxfam gifts as meaningful presents and reflect on personal experiences. The conversation concludes with a light-hearted discussion about holiday plans, including baking cookies with family.

What is the purpose of the Oxfam America Unwrapped online catalog?

• To offer travel packages to Africa

• To promote Canadian culture in the US

• To provide necessities for people in need globally

• To sell luxury items to raise funds

How does Oxfam aim to support communities?

• By offering free healthcare services

• By providing only financial aid

• By focusing solely on education

• By creating jobs and supporting economic and political development

What is the speaker's impression of Oxfam's work?

• They think it should only provide financial aid

• They believe it focuses too much on politics

• They are impressed by its ground-up approach

• They are skeptical about its impact

What does the speaker plan to do with their son during the holidays?

• Attend a concert

• Visit a museum

• Bake cookies and engage in creative activities

• Go on a vacation

What creative activity does the speaker plan to do with their son?

• Making holiday cards

• Building a gingerbread house

• Creating a Jackson Pollock style icing on cookies

• Painting a mural