Family Giving Programs and Gift Donations
The Salvation Army – Adopt-a –Family Program
Guidelines for Sponsorship include:
1. The purchase of an outfit or a winter coat for each child in the family.
2. The purchase of two toys for each child in the family
3. The purchase of a small gift for the parent or caregiver
4. Provide for a Christmas dinner. A gift card is preferred.
5. Include a list of all items given and drop off all gifts by Monday, December 13th at
297 Cumberland Ave, across from Portland High School. Please label the package of gifts with the family's identification number.
If you are unable to sponsor a family The salvation army is looking for volunteers. Please contact Ashley Kuntz at 774-4172 to sponsor a family or volunteer.
The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital – Donate a Gift
Donate a toy to brighten the Holidays for a child in the hospital
1. First, call 662-6267, the main office for Child Life, to inquire about donations
2. Visit the website for the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital. Chose the menu option "ways to give" and follow the links to the donate a toy program
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Follow the link: http://fundraising .mmc.org/netcommunity/document.doc?id=121
You can print the wish list and donation form from that web address
For more information, please contact Sherisse Wormell, Child Life Coordinator, at 662-2424 or childlife@mmc.org
Toys for Tots – Donate a Toy
Provide a toy for a child in need.
1. Purchase a new toy
2. Drop it off at an a official "drop off" location
1. Many different drop-off locations are available. Please check http://www.toysfortots.org to access the list of "toy drop-offs"
2. USM Dining Services usually provides a drop-off sites in Gorham and Portland .
Catholic Charities of Maine
1. Please call 781-8550 for local opportunities to donate.
Preble Street – Donate Items for Gift Bags
Every year, Preble Street distributes gift bags to all who eat there.
Please call 775-0026 for details.