10 Places to Donate Christmas Gifts in Detroit
1. Toys for Tots
The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program is a non-profit public charity that provides funding and support for the annual toy collection and distribution campaigns. There are campaigns annually covering all 50 states in over 500 communities including Metro Detroit. Toy collection begins in October and lasts until December 22. The distribution normally takes place December 23rd and December 24th by members of the community who drop of the new, unwrapped toys in collection boxes set up at local businesses. The success of the campaign depends on the generosity and support of the local community and Metro Detroit has been a longtime supporter of this campaign. If you would like to donate visit: www.toysfortots.org for drop off sites and more information.
2. Salvation Army
Chances are if you are out and about during the holiday season in Metro Detroit you have come across a volunteer from the Salvation Army, ringing a bell and standing next to the traditional red kettle. This tradition began in 1901, thanks to Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee who was distraught because of the large number of poor individuals in San Francisco during the holiday season. This campaign has since spread nationwide and today assists more than four-and-a-half million people during the Thanksgiving and Christmas season. With the donations that are collected, the Salvation Army provides Christmas dinners, clothing and toys for needy families. Donations can be made anywhere you see one of the traditional red kettles around the Metro Detroit area. You can also visit www.salvationarmyusa.org for specific donation sites.
3. Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels Association of America represents those who provide meals to people in need and is the oldest and largest organization of its kind. They provide nutritious meals to men and women who are elderly, homebound, disabled, frail or at risk. They are only able to provide this service with the help of volunteers and generous donations. If you wish to help provide a quality meal for those in need during this holiday season please visit www.mowaa.org for more information on how to make a donation.
4. Barat Child and Family Services
The Barat House of Detroit provides 24 hour care, 365 days a year to girls ages 12-17 who are survivors of abuse, neglect and abandonment. They focus on emotional recovery and mentoring as well as educational opportunities and life skills in hopes of leading the girls into successful adulthood. Donations can be made at:
Matrix Human Services
120 Parsons
Detroit, MI 48201
For more information visit www.matrixhumanservices.org
5. Capuchin Soup Kitchen
The Capuchin Soup Kitchen provides emergency food to those in need. Capuchin also accepts the donation of clean quality clothing for men, women and children. At Christmas time, toys and food baskets are distributed to families in need as well as toys for families with children. The Capuchin Soup Kitchen receives 99.5% of all funding from individual and corporate contributions and special events. Monetary donations can be sent to:
The Capuchin Soup Kitchen
1820 Mt. Elliot Street
Detroit, MI 48207
For additional information or to donate non-monetary items contact the Director of Development.
6. The Children's Center
The Children's Center of Detroit helps children and families in need. They deal with issues such as teen pregnancy, abuse and neglect, mental illness, foster care and many more challenges that families face. Donations can be made to:
The Children's Center of Wayne County
79 Alexandrine West
Detroit, MI 48201
Monetary donations can be made online by visiting www.thechildrenscenter.com/donate
7. Old Newsboys' Goodfellow Fund of Detroit
The Old Newsboys' Goodfellow Fund of Detroit is a 94-year-old charity with a mission to see to it that there is "No Kiddies without a Christmas." Every year during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season, they distribute holiday gift boxes to children in the Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park areas. Members of the organization can be found on the streets of Detroit annually, beginning the Monday after Thanksgiving. Proceeds from the purchase of their newspapers will go to their holiday gift program. To donate or for more information, go to: www.oldnewsboysgoodfellows.org
8. Boys Hope/Girls Hope of Detroit
The Boys Hope/Girls Hope of Detroit provides long-term, value-centered homes as well as a quality education through college. Their goal is to help academically capable and motivated children in need to meet their full potential. Because they are privately funded, they rely on donations from individuals, foundations and corporations. For more information on how to donate or become a volunteer visit www.boyshopegirlshope.com
9. The Detroit Institute for Children
The DIC provides outpatient and in-school medical care to children with disabilities. Since 1920, the DIC has treated disabled children using innovative technology, regardless of their ability to pay. Their goal is to raise $2.3 million each year to ensure quality care for children in need. For information on how to donate visit their website at www.detroitchildren.org
10. March of Dimes
The March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies through research and education. They have been successful at preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality through community services and advocacy. To support March of Dimes check with your local office or go online to www.marchofdimes.com/howtohelp
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Post a CommentExcellent article! There's a home for displaced children here that has a Secret Santa program. It's one that's near and dear to my heart as I really feel for the kids who aren't with their families for Christmas.
Thanks Jack. If I lived in Detroit, this article would be very helpful. A lot of people want to give and don't know where. Good information.