The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to ripple through the lives of many Maine families, and the severe shortage of child care is forcing many to seek assistance for the first time. It’s become a common theme in letters from parents to the Press Herald Toy Fund. Many child care operators closed during the […]
John Richardson
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Toy Fund helps ease trauma for children escaping domestic violence
And many of these parents know what holiday gifts can mean to a child going through such a difficult experience.
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Toy Fund comes to rescue of grandparents
Based on the letters seeking help this year, there are a lot of grandparents out there who have found themselves caring for young children once again and feeling overwhelmed at the holidays.
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Local businesses are quick to cook up meals for Toy Fund volunteers
Team members simply knock on doors and ask for donations. Once they explain it’s for the Toy Fund volunteers, the answer is always yes.
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Special election to be held March 5 to fill vacant state House seat in South Portland
Longtime South Portland Rep. Lois Galgay Reckitt died in October.
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Leader of Maine National Guard retiring; Mills nominates first woman to post
If confirmed by the Legislature, Brig. Gen. Diane Dunn would succeed the retiring Maj. Gen. Douglas Farnham.
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Mysterious note to the Toy Fund reveals a poignant family history
We knew there had to be a story behind the donation. But we had no idea it would be so heartwarming.
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Toy Fund volunteers scramble behind the scenes to make holiday magic
The volunteers are always prepared for the unexpected. And they say they even enjoy the end-of-season scrambling to make sure every child is served.
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‘The parents are just so thankful’
Toy Fund volunteers come back for the mission and the moments.
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‘Completely unexpected’ loss leaves family in a hard spot
The Press Herald Toy Fund uses donations from readers to buy toys and books for thousands of Maine children in need each holiday season.