Sharing our Blessings

As the holidays draw near we find ourselves reflecting on everything for which we are thankful. At this time last year, thirty-one Cliveden Reach families came together and provided a Union Bridge family of 3 with a spectacular Christmas, complete with clothing, gifts, and food to last into the new year.

Please join us as we come together again to share good tidings with other Carroll County families who might otherwise go without. We've made a few changes this year which will allow us to reach even more families ...

Holiday Shop
Last year, we learned that many families in need did not get “adopted”. The Neighbors In Need program stocks a Holiday Shop with donations of new gifts for infants, toddlers, children, teens and adults. Family members are given the opportunity to select a few gifts that they truly want and need.

Food Sunday
We’ve also become aware that Carroll County Food Sunday, our local food bank, has seen an increased need for donations of food for the growing number of people who could use a little help feeding themselves and their families during these tough economic times.

How can you help? Neighbors In Need and Carroll County Food Sunday have provided us the following lists of suggested foods and gift items. If you'd like to participate, just drop off your new, unwrapped donations no later than Sunday, Dec. 13th to any of the following neighbors:

Sherry Gist - 701 Lythe Hill Ct
Kim Jillson - 705 Charingworth Ct
Missy Adkins - 508 Tylney Hall Ct
Jodi Mechem - 704 Charingworth Ct
Sue Hopkins - 700 Lythe Hill Ct

We'll take care of sorting and delivering the collected donations to the appropriate locations. Your generosity will help Carroll County families - moms, dads, kids, and grandparents - have a merrier Christmas. Thank you in advance for your participation!

Holiday Shop:

Babies, Kids, Teens and Adults*:
Socks
Underwear
Sweatshirts Sweaters Pajamas
Gloves, mittens and hats
Boots
Flannel shirts
Bathrobes
Slippers
Jackets, coats

Kids and Teenagers:
Toys
Games
Puzzles
Sports Equipment
Lava lights
Dolls
Stuffed animals
DVDs and CDs
Handheld electronic games
Portable CD players
Arts and craft kits

Misc. Personal Care Items:
Razors, shaving cream
Body lotion
Sanitary napkins and tampons
Toothpaste, toothbrushes
Body sprays
Soap/shower gel
Shampoo/Conditioner
Hair spray
Hair accessories

Gift and Household Items:
4-piece dish sets
Flatware sets
Cookware - pots, pans, crock pots
Small appliances - mixers, toasters
Coffee pots
Watches/jewelry
Umbrellas
Tool kits
Cologne/perfume gift sets
Handbags
Cosmetics/nail polish
Hair dryers/curling irons
Room decorations

Baby Items:
Diapers - all sizes
Baby wipes
Sippy cups
Pacifiers

Other:
Oranges/grapefruits/apples

*Needed in all sizes – infant to 3X. Cash Donations are also welcome, please make checks payable to Neighbors in Need.

Due to the extreme need for holiday help, "gently used" items will be accepted for books, stuffed animals and coats. A good rule of thumb - if you would not give the item to a friend or neighbor, it is most likely not appropriate for the holiday shop.


Food Sunday:

Canned Fruit
Hot or Cold Cereal
Canned Vegetables
Canned Tuna, Chicken, Salmon
Plain Rice
Canned Soup
Spaghetti in one pound boxes
Macaroni & Cheese
Peanut Butter
Canned Beans
Tomato Sauce
Boxed Stuffing
Pancake/Waffle Mix
Cake Mix & Icing
Brownie Mix
Chips
Fruit Drinks

Cash Donations are also welcome, please make checks payable to Carroll County Food Sunday.