We've made it through another hectic holiday season — almost! We still have Christmas Eve and Christmas Day … [Read more...] about Thank you, Item readers
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Mother hopes for joyful Christmas
Elizabeth Della PianaThe clock has ticked down, and Christmas is officially right around the corner. Still, many families are in … [Read more...] about Mother hopes for joyful Christmas
Help mom shoulder Christmas
Grace Calandrella
The holiday season is here and it truly is meant to be the most joyous time of year. Christmas is around the … [Read more...] about Help mom shoulder Christmas
Struggling mother of one seeks help
Zach LairdITEM SANTA — Sometimes I think that I had it bad growing up — then, when I sit back and really start pondering … [Read more...] about Struggling mother of one seeks help
Mother has a healthy need
Elizabeth Della PianaThis year, allergy season began early and has lasted longer as the weather in places remains warm through fall … [Read more...] about Mother has a healthy need
Single mom needs help
Luke ActonIf there is one thing that I’ve learned from my first year writing for the Item Santa, it’s that the … [Read more...] about Single mom needs help
Mom with newborn in need of your help
Adam LevineSaint Nicholas was born on March 15, 270 in present-day Turkey. The third-century Christian bishop was known … [Read more...] about Mom with newborn in need of your help
Family of five needs your help
Mark AboyounThis family of five needs help from Item Santa. With three kids, there’s always something going on in the … [Read more...] about Family of five needs your help
Low-income family has high hopes
Craig DaweIt may be winter, but Christmas is a holiday that brings out tremendous warmth in everyone. And while … [Read more...] about Low-income family has high hopes
Help grandma help grandson
Anne Marie TobinWith less than two weeks to go until Christmas, there has never been a better time to reach into your pockets … [Read more...] about Help grandma help grandson
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Desperate family needs your help
Steve KrauseEverything during the Christmas season is magnified, whether intentional or not. Take lights. Some families … [Read more...] about Desperate family needs your help
Oh, boy, help keep the fun in Christmas
Grace CalandrellaEveryone remembers going to bed the night before Christmas as a kid, the overwhelming amount of joy, and the … [Read more...] about Oh, boy, help keep the fun in Christmas
Family in need of your help
Zach LairdSpending my days as a reporter trying to navigate my way around the North Shore, I don’t get many chances to … [Read more...] about Family in need of your help
Stay at home mother needs help
Luke ActonIt’s hard to argue that there is a more magical time of year than Christmas, especially for the young ones. … [Read more...] about Stay at home mother needs help
With a husband abroad, this mom needs support
Adam LevineChristmas is not unique to Lynn, Massachusetts, or even the United States. The entire world lights up for … [Read more...] about With a husband abroad, this mom needs support
‘Tis the season of giving and helping
Mark AboyounMany people across the world are getting ready to celebrate the holidays with their families and loved ones. … [Read more...] about ‘Tis the season of giving and helping
Mother struggles with rent and medical bills
Elizabeth Della PianaIn 2024, Massachusetts experienced a massive rise in wildfires. October, which typically has 15 wildland fires … [Read more...] about Mother struggles with rent and medical bills
Another tough year, another family in need
Joey BarrettFrom his 2003 Christmas album, country artist Kenny Chesney sings a song titled, “Thank God for Kids.” More … [Read more...] about Another tough year, another family in need
Single mother needs your help
Adam LevineThe “American dream” looks different for everyone. For some, it is retirement in the sunny southern states … [Read more...] about Single mother needs your help
Item Santa: Hers is a full-time need
Steve Krause
There's a line in Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" that always resonates when the Item Santa fund starts asking … [Read more...] about Item Santa: Hers is a full-time need