The Portland Press Herald fund assists a single dad with two boys, and a single mom with a 6-year-old.
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Home crises many, child needs your generosity
It’s bad enough that her absentee father is in prison.
Single parent seeks Toy Fund’s help in brightening holidays for her 13-year-old daughter
The girl’s mother writes a note asking for assistance from newspaper readers.
Fund’s special delivery vehicle: Northeast Transport 18-wheeler
The owner says the delivery service is an annual highlight for his company and its drivers.
Homeless family needs some help with Christmas gifts for 4-year-old
The midcoast boy’s mother says he is imaginative, and loves Legos and action figures.
Spice up holiday giving with Portland Potluck drive
Participants post messages and photos on social media and it becomes a big virtual office party happening simultaneously in employee cafeterias around Greater Portland.
Toy Fund: Loving memories of moms inspire donors
The legacies of two beloved women will brighten the holidays for children in need.
Toy Fund: Single mother of 2 children asks for help at the holidays
It’s exactly why the Portland Press Herald Toy Fund has been raising money and buying gifts for 68 years.
Toy Fund: Family paying off debt asks for help with gifts for 3 children
The midcoast parents hope hard work at their jobs means next year they’ll have Christmas in their own home.
Volunteers keep the holiday Toy Fund going
Julie Pew of Yarmouth has been helping for decades – ‘It’s been so many years, I can’t remember.’