Who's giving away toys 4 Christmas

[Granny]

Does anyone know where I can sign up for toys for Christmas? I am raising my grandson and even though I work every day, it will be hard to afford anything for him this year. Do charities only help people who don't have a job? Thanks for taking the time to read this post.

[Granny]

does the Salvation Army still have the toy giveaway for Christmas and who qualifies?

[Amy]

If he attends school, the family resource center may help. I would check some local churches.

[Diane]

I know a family in price hill that could use some help too. They have recently lost their jobs due to the place going out of business. They have 2 little boys.

[Granny]

no...he doesn't go to achool as he's still too young but still old enough to enjoy Christmas...this is going to be a tough year for many I'm afraid.

[Jessica]

Granny and Amy, here is my email [e-mail] I may not be able to give a lot, but I would be glad to help out anyway I could.

[Granny]

Hi Jessica and Amy...names of organizations and what I can do to qualify would help alot. I wouldn't feel good about taking from a church that I don't attend, that wouldn't quite be fair. I have made contributions to various charities in the past and was hoping one of those could help but I don't really know where to start. Thanks for your replies and Jess, please check your email.

[Amy]

Granny, I worked in a very poor Cinc. Public School and know that most of our families were helped by churches at Christmas. Don't feel bad about not attending one! They should not even ask that question.

[monique]

i been out of wrok for so long that sometime it make me fill like i can not be a good mom to my kids when they want thing that i can not give them i need someone to help me for christmas to give my kids the christmas that they want i just got my sister child and put him my care just so that he can have a happy home and i can thank god for that

[Jessica]

monique wrote:

i been out of wrok for so long that sometime it make me fill like i can not be a good mom to my kids when they want thing that i can not give them i need someone to help me for christmas to give my kids the christmas that they want i just got my sister child and put him my care just so that he can have a happy home and i can thank god for that

You are not alone and not being able to give kids everything they want has nothing to do with your parenting skills. It is a rough year for a lot of people and many will do without. However, there are places that will help but unfortunately it may be limited due to the high number of people that need help this year. The Salvation Army does the "Angels" program. If you get your local number, they more than likely will be able to tell you how to sign the kids up. Also, there are opportunities to volunteer that way while you are being helped with gifts, you can also give back at the same time. It is important that everyone work together to get through this Holiday, God knows we all need help in some form or another.

[Kimberly]

Hello to everyone!!! If you contact the Mayors office in which ever city you live, they should be able to direct you to different organizations that has toy give aways. And to Monique, keep your head up I to was in the same situation not knowing how I was going to give my kids a happy Christmas, but by the grace of GOD and constant prayer he made a way for me. I know as a mother you want your kids to have all of the things they want but sometimes it may be easier to get them the things that they need rather than want. Just keep your head up and stay focused. God bless you all

[kygirl]

try calling Walmarts they are helping

[Billy]

I would like to help out in any way possible. I am new to the Cincinnati area this year. I usually do angle tree, but I am having trouble finding that program here in the city. I am a 25yrd single male therefore I am not loaded or anything, but I do want to try and do what I can for anyone who needs it. Here is my Email [e-mail]

[dave]

Amy wrote:

Granny, I worked in a very poor Cinc. Public School and know that most of our families were helped by churches at Christmas. Don't feel bad about not attending one! They should not even ask that question.

yes i agree

[dave]

Billy wrote:

I would like to help out in any way possible. I am new to the Cincinnati area this year. I usually do angle tree, but I am having trouble finding that program here in the city. I am a 25yrd single male therefore I am not loaded or anything, but I do want to try and do what I can for anyone who needs it. Here is my Email [e-mail]

thats very kind of you ,everyone needs to be like you

[BARBARA]

HI my name is barbara and i am also haveing a hard time i am on ssi and my whole check goes to rent and bill and my daughter is on public assisant and they took our food stamps away if anyone could help with christmas it would be great last yr was bad we had an empty tree and i was in tears and depressed because i didnt know where to turn i live in staten island ny if anyone could help pleas email me at [e-mail] i am a single mom so its hard
thank you
for anyhelp anyone can give
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[priscilla]

my name is priscilla and I am in desprete need of help for them for christmas I have 3boys and 3 girls girls are 13,12,9 and boys are twins 8 and littlest is 5yrs old please we live onn fixed income and we pay bills but none left over for christmas not even one present each please i dont need anything except for my kids to have a good christmas my 9 yr old daughter has been sick alot with her diabeties and its been hard please help me contact me at [e-mail]

[a mom]

Hi. I am trying to find someplace in my area that helps with christmas. i have a 5yr old daughter who has special needs and it has been a rough year for us. i live in the loveland area. if anyone knows someplace please let me know i have tried salvation army but have not been able to talk to a real person. it breaks my heart to think of not having anything on chrismas morning for her even though i know all the responsibilty lays on me and noone else it is still hard to accept. my email is [e-mail]

[joanne]

Amy wrote:

Granny, I worked in a very poor Cinc. Public School and know that most of our families were helped by churches at Christmas. Don't feel bad about not attending one! They should not even ask that question.

granny, amy is correct. churches should be there to help those in need. that is why the Lord came and gave his life: God gave his best, no questions asked, so should local churches. we all need help now and again.

[Anthony]

Me and my friends are getting together and going to companies for donations and giving out toys for anyone in need this christmas there really isnt anyone we will turn away it just all depends on how much we are able to raise from walmart, kroger, meijier, and other places so feel free to send me your information at [e-mail] and i will do my best to make sure noone is left empty handed for christmas!