Scottsdale Eye Physicians & Surgeons’ lead technician Shanta McFarland is making the season a little brighter for one Phoenix family. McFarland partnered with Phoenix Children’s Hospital to “adopt” a family of six, including the family’s five-year-old child who is receiving treatment at the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.

McFarland is soliciting help from family and friends to raise enough money to purchase gifts off a wish list for each individual in the family including the child’s grandmother, aunt, younger sister and two younger cousins. She also plans to buy grocery store gift cards and donate household items.

Not only is McFarland bringing joy to this very deserving family, but she’s also taking time to reflect on her personal life, recognizing she has a lot in which to be thankful.

“I am sograteful for my life, my friends, and my family, and I want to bring some joy to a very deserving family during this holiday season,” she said.

McFarland hopes to deliver the gifts by Dec. 5. Learn more about ways you can help children and their families at Phoenix Children’s Hospital by visiting: phoenixchildrensfoundation.org.