A struggling young mother is putting on a brave face for her children during a time of major hardship during the holiday season — and she’s looking for gifts for her little ones to make their Christmas a little brighter.
A 24-year-old mom of three who has a 5-year-old, a 3-year-old, and a 5-month baby is currently living in a shelter, and she has been unable to find a job.
However, she knows that by writing to Item Santa, she’ll be able to offer her children something to look forward to this holiday season.
“This help is very important to me so that my children can have a toy for Christmas,” she wrote.
A contribution to Item Santa can help ensure this family — and many others like them — have something to anticipate this holiday season. Every donation counts when it comes to making a meaningful impact at a time where so many families are struggling to make ends meet.
Now in its 59th year, the Item Santa Fund helps bring Christmas joy to local residents in need. The Item collects donations while The Salvation Army purchases and distributes toys and essentials to approved families in the area.
To give, please clip the coupon in The Daily Item and send it with your check to:
The Item Salvation Army Santa
85 Exchange St.
Lynn, MA 01901
Online contributions can also be made at salvationarmyma.org/itemsanta, where donors may choose to have their names acknowledged. All donations will be printed in The Item throughout December and into early 2026, with space for a brief message from donors who wish to include one.
For questions regarding eligibility, gift distribution, or scheduling, contact the Salvation Army at 781-598-0673.
