Contact: Heather Bishop
Tel: (401) 847-2021
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October 21, 2024
Lucy’s Hearth is looking forward to providing Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance to our current and former residents and their families.
Community members interested in contributing to Lucy’s Hearth for Thanksgiving or Christmas can visit our website http://www.lucyshearth.org to sign up for Adopt-A-Family and find updates as the holidays get closer. Lucy’s Hearth can also be reached at 401-847-2021 and by email at Info@lucyshearth.org.
Mark Gorman, Board Chair, stated “Much of Lucy’s Hearth’s preparation for the holidays is to organize and obtain donations for current and past residents for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Lucy’s Hearth has limited freezer storage for turkeys at Thanksgiving, so vouchers and small gift cards are the easiest way for us to ensure each family receives what they need for their holiday meal.”
For Christmas, the shelter is seeking individuals and organizations to “Adopt” A Family and help fulfill children’s wish lists. Those who do not want to commit to a family but want to contribute this holiday season can donate gift cards from local stores in small amounts ($10.00 to $50.00 dollars) to assist families in their wish lists.
Gorman continued “We have many children who still believe in the spirit of Christmas, and it’s difficult for us to hide presents from them in such a small building. Gift cards make Christmas easier because it allows for parents to have independence in choosing what to get for their children, and the opportunity to create traditions for their families.”
“Lucy’s Hearth has been helping the community for 40 years. We’re looking forward to this holiday season and know it’s going to be a great one with the help of our supporters” stated Gorman.
In an effort to best accommodate our holiday needs and due to our limited storage space, Lucy’s Hearth will not be able to accept donations of used clothing and household items starting the week of October 7th 2024, and continuing through the months of November and December.