Christmas cheer is the kind of joy that every child and parent deserves a chance to cherish.
One mother who wrote to Item Santa expressed her desire to make sure her son wakes up to a wonderful Christmas morning, one filled with the kind of happy memories that we carry with us as we grow older.
She explained that she had been laid off from her job without notice or unemployment benefits, but she continues to support her child.
“Things are difficult, and more difficult by the day. My son has autism and asthma. We are at lots of appointments with him in Boston. Our family is in need of some happiness, at least 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.
