Flint, MI — Hundreds of Flint-area families lined up for Claressa Shields’ annual Christmas toy and food giveaway. This year, the world champion boxer said she pushed to double down on helping families for the holidays.
“I really just want to give back…I really just want to help the community during these hard times,” Shields said. “I wanted to give kids a chance to pick out their own gifts because if their parents can’t make Christmas special at least someone can.”
Shields said last year, they were able to give away $5,000 worth of toys. This year, that number doubled to $10,000.
“Whatever you need to at home better, we have it here,” Shields said.
Gifts included hoverboards, games, dolls, scooters and drones. There were also turkeys toiletries and food bags.
Check out highlights from the giveaway below.











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I just love what Claressa Shields does for her community as well as her Fiancé Tony RICH. They’re a beautiful couple doing beautiful things for others to help make their lives a little easier for Christmas…God is Good !
She’s an Angel from God which is why she’ll continue to be blessed in and out the ring. I love her struggle and where God has brought her to. I 💕💕💕 you 🏆🥇🥇. Keep doing the Lord’s work
I am Happy and Proud of her. You made something out of herself and didn’t leave her City out. You keep up the Good Work Young Lady and God will always Bless You. Flint has your Back we will Stick with You through Thick and Thin …. You represent Flint. We represent You. Stay Strong.