I am currently a single mother of 5. Unexpectedly I found out as I was giving birth on November 2nd that I was having twin boys. i am currently out of work and would love to give my kids a decent Christmas. The other 3 are girls, ages 7, 11, and 13. If anyone knows somewhere that will help in Cumberland County, NJ, please let me know ASAP. Everywhere I tried is closed because of deadlines and Toys for Tots has not been doing my county for the past 2 years.
Thanks
You could get in touch with local churches, they often can help or give you a referral. Salvation Army in your area. Ask social media if there are any locations near you for Christmas help. Here are a few in your area - www.needhelppayingbills.com/
A lot of time the police department and fire departments in your local area have a fund drive to collect toys for children in need. There are also local churches and charities in your area that you can apply for now. it is a good time to start planning on this because there are a lot of people who need help right now. Check with your local churches in your area and see if any of them offer this type of help. All of this depends basically on what is available right now in your area.
I've been trying to find help for a couple of families and it seems most of the bigger charities are already 'closed' to new families due to many reasons but mostly funds. Many of the funding businesses just do not have the resources they have had in the past and there are so many in need of help it looks like it will be a slim Christmas for many families.
I did not travel with them as I do not go anywhere that is not absolutely necessary but I did help find locations that might be able to help with clothes and maybe some gifts.
Salvation Army, many nonprofit thrift stores still give vouchers for clothing and usually one 'gift' item.
I feel sure there are churches in your area that might be able to provide some help and where children are involved most will try to find a way.
I have found that a typed story about your family and why you need help as well as a picture of the children is always a big help when asking for assistance. Be specific about what you need as far as clothing goes, especially sizes.
Take copies of this information when you visit places:
Fire stations, police branches, churches, thrift stores, anyplace you can think of that might be able to help.
How much help you receive will most likely depend on how much effort you put into finding what you need but it will have to be as quickly as possible.
My workplace is looking for a family in need in NJ. Last year we did the Adopt-a-Family, which worked out very well. Last year I actually knew of a particular family. This year I do not, but I would like to keep the program going. Any suggestions?
By MB
If you live in New Jersey and are in need of Christmas help here are some charities that may be able to assist you.
My 5 teenagers and I lost our home and currently live in a motel in Absecon, New Jersey. Every place I call says my kids are too old. Anyone have an idea?
By Diane
I noticed on the right hand side of the page request is a link for help in New Jersey. I will try and think of something else but my mind is blank at the moment,
Try your local churches. Many should have Angel Trees where the childrens names will be placed on it with an idea of what they would like and someone at the church will buy it wrap it and place the name back on it. The presents will then be ready for distribution.
Charities that offer help during the holiday season in New Jersey. Please post feedback about any charities you may know about.
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From Amy (Guest)
Here is a list of Charity Organizations that may be able to help. They are listed by name, number and then county.
Agencies Listed Alphabetically (View agencies listed by county)
Army Community Service 609-562-4245 Ocean
Army Community Service 609-562-4245 Burlington
Atlantic Human Resources, Inc 609-348-3901 Atlantic
Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation 201-437-7229 Hudson
Bergen County Community Action Program, Inc. 201-968-0200 Bergen
Bergen County Community Action Program, Inc. 201-968-0200 Bergen
Bethel Development Corporation 856-327-9092 Cumberland
Bloomfield Department of Health and Human Services 973-680-4017 Essex
Bromley Neighborhood Civic Center-Hamilton Twp. 609-587-8100 Mercer
Burlington County Community Action Program 609-835-2464 Burlington
Camden County Council On Economic Opportunity, Inc. - CUI 856-964-6887 Camden
Camden County Council On Economic Opportunity, Inc. - North Center 856-966-4453 Camden
Camden County Council On Economic Opportunity, Inc. - UWC 856-365-8989 Camden
Camden County Council On Economic Opportunity, Inc. - West Berlin 856-767-3320 Camden
check with the churches in your area they can help you
Does any one know where I can get help with Christmas? I have a 16 year old son. I'm a single mother. Everyone I call can't help or will not help because he is a teenager.
if anyone knows of anywhere please let me know. I live in south Jersey.My sister-in-law is in a terrible situation. She lost her 1 year old baby boy (my nephew) to violence. She is struggling financially and has two other kids. Where can I sign her up for help with Christmas?
By Jeremy Jay G. from Lodi, NJ