Pencie and Ginger, the Escalon-based women and children’s boutique, recently announced its December fundraising initiative to support the Children’s Crisis Center in Oakdale. Throughout the month, Pencie and Ginger will be donating a portion of proceeds to the center, providing essential support to vulnerable children

and women in the local community.

This cause is deeply personal to Megan Silva, owner of Pencie and Ginger, who served as a co-chair for the Children’s Guardian Fund Dinner several years ago, in 2008. She reflected on her time spent with Elsie Martin, founder of the Children’s Guardian Home, whose inspiring dedication to helping children and families has stayed with Silva throughout the years.

“This year, with the unfortunate cancellation of their largest fundraiser dinner, the center needs our community’s support more than ever, especially during the Christmas season,” Silva shared.

For Silva and her team, giving back to the community is a core value, and they are looking forward to using this opportunity to bring hope and relief to those in need. Every purchase at Pencie and Ginger in December will contribute directly to making a difference for local families facing challenging times.

Silva explained that when you shop with Pencie and Ginger this December, your purchases will support the Children’s Crisis Center’s ongoing mission to “provide child abuse prevention, intervention, and shelter services to abused, neglected, and high-risk children living in Stanislaus County and the adjacent communities located within Merced and San Joaquin counties.”

It’s an opportunity to spread kindness and generosity while finding unique, meaningful gifts for loved ones this holiday season, said Silva.

To participate, visit and shop in the boutique at 1725 Main St., Escalon. Store hours are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

You can also shop online at https://pencieandginger.com/

The community-focused women and children’s boutique features stylish apparel, accessories and gifts. Dedicated to supporting local causes, Pencie and Ginger invites customers to shop with purpose this December and make a positive impact close to home.

To learn more about the Children's Crisis Center, visit: https://www.childrenscrisiscenter.com/