Many people across the world are getting ready to celebrate the holidays with their families and loved ones. One way people express their love is by gift-giving. Each year, with the economic climate the way it is, it gets harder for people to buy presents for their families.
It might be the festive season, but it’s also the season to give back to others. This mother needs help to put a smile on her children’s faces.
“I am writing to see if I can get help this Christmas for my kids,” she said. “I’m on a limited income and at this time during the holidays, it is very hard to provide for my family.”
Seeing children open presents and seeing the gifts Santa left them is priceless. Nothing beats the feeling of kids running to the Christmas tree to open presents and seeing their faces light up when they see the gift they asked for be in their hands.
This mother isn’t asking for a lot, in fact, she knows it’s a difficult time for a lot of people.
“Anything that I can get would help,” she said.
It’s important as a community to help each other and there’s no better time than the holiday season.
Now in its 58th year, the Item Santa fund helps to make Christmas brighter for those in need. To donate, clip the coupon in The Item and mail it, along with your check, to The Item Salvation Army Santa, 85 Exchange St., Lynn, MA 01901.
The coupon can also be found online at this link: https://itemlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/page.pdf
All donations are listed in Item print editions through the month of December and into 2025, along with a brief message from each donor, if desired.
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 the Salvation Army at 781-598-0673.
