Every parent fights and works to give their children the lives they deserve. For some it is easier than others, and around the holidays the extra responsibility of Christmas gifts can be too much of a load for some families to bear alone.
There are a variety of reasons families around the North Shore need the help of Item Santa in order to give their children a happy Christmas filled with joy.
Two single mothers, who are currently college students, have found that in their mission to graduate and provide a better life for their children and themselves they cannot come up with the necessary funds to give their children a good holiday.
“I commute to school every week. My school is in Rhode Island and I am trying to get my degree to provide a better future for my son and I,” said one mother who is looking for assistance to buy gifts for her son.
Another full-time student and a single mother to one daughter writes for help.
“Any help that I may receive would be so very appreciated to help make my daughter’s Christmas a happy one.”
To make a direct donation to Item Santa, clip the coupon in today’s Item and mail it, along with your check, to The Item Salvation Army Santa, P.O. Box 951, Lynn MA 01903. You can also make an online donation by going to www.itemsanta.org where you can make a donation via credit card.
All donations are listed in The Item through December and into 2018, along with a brief message from each donor, if they desire.
Anyone 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 the distribution of gifts should be directed to Salvation Army at 781-598-0673.
