Sometimes it’s the little things that count. One single mother wants to make sure that her financial struggles don’t prevent her 11-year-old daughter from having something to look forward to on Christmas morning.
“I can’t afford to buy a gift for my daughter on Christmas Day, due to the fact that we just became homeless and I have no type of income at the moment,” the mother said. “I wouldn’t want my child to be the only kid without a Christmas gift even though Christmas is about much more.”
The mother says she’s in desperate need of assistance. She has asked Item Santa to help her ensure that her daughter has a memorable Christmas, and isn’t requesting much.
“I would appreciate it if you could please visit her with a gift on Christmas day,” she wrote.
Now in its 51st year, the Item Santa fund endeavors to make Christmas a little brighter for those among us who are less fortunate.
If you want to make a direct donation to Item Santa, clip the coupon in The Item and mail it, along with your check, to The Item Salvation Army Santa, P.O. Box 5, Lynn, MA 01903. You can also use the coupon attached to the itemlive.com version of this story as well.
All donations are listed in Item print editions through the month of December and into 2017, along with a brief message from each donor, if desired.
This year, there are several other ways to donate. To contribute online, go to www.itemsanta.org, where you can make a donation via credit card.
Those interested in signing up to collect at Santa Island or any business willing to sell stockings should contact David Solimine Sr. or Joel Solimine at 781-595-1492.
NOTE: The application period for aid from Item Santa has closed and The Item does not process applicants. All questions about the program and distribution of gifts should be directed to Salvation Army at 781-598-0673.
