The Sparks would like to introduce a new type of “toy drive” this holiday season. We are holding our first annual Joy for Jenesse Gift Card Drive to benefit those in need with our partner the Jenesse Center. The Jenesse Center works to combat domestic violence in the lives of women and children in the Los Angeles area. Their mission is to provide victims of domestic violence with a comprehensive, centralized base of support to assist them in addressing their immediate crisis and changing the patterns of their lives.

We ask that you donate a gift card to be distributed to families affected by domestic violence that are under considerable financial strain this holiday season. Your generous donation of gift cards will offer families the opportunity to shop for, give and receive much needed items for the holidays.

We appreciate any gift cards received, but a few of our favorites are listed below. By clicking on each card you will be sent directly to their gift card site. You can purchase your gift card online and have it sent directly to either the Jenesse Center or Sparks office or you can purchase the gift card online and have it sent to you and then mail it or drop it off yourself. Gift cards can also be purchased in-store.

The Joy for Jenesse Gift card drive will run from December 2 – December 22. Gift cards can be mailed directly to the Jenesse Center or the Sparks office or can also be dropped off at the Sparks office during the hours of 10am-5pm.

If you’d like to participate in bringing Joy for Jenesse but want to give the families the Sparks experience, you can also purchase GO Passes which they can use during the 2010 season. For more information on Sparks GO Passes, CLICK HERE.

Thank you for helping to create Joy for Jenesse this holiday season in the lives of others. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Los Angeles Sparks Community Relations via e-mail at communityrelations@la-sparks.com or by calling 213-929-1328. For more information on the Jenesse Center, CLICK HERE.

Happy Holidays!