Press Herald toy fund Archives

Child health experts: Kids need joy right now

Making sure children have a holiday gift or a new toy to play with can make a powerful difference during the pandemic, they say.

Donations continue to be accepted year-round.

The agencies that link families to the fund thank all others involved in making Christmas merrier.

Maria Castellano-Usery includes the Press Herald Toy Fund among several charities to benefit from her painting raffles.

Many family members donate to benefit children each year in the memory of loved ones who started the tradition of generosity.

The southern Maine dad works part time and goes to night school for his GED.

Three boys have a happy Christmas because of donations to the Press Herald’s fund.

Jon Hebert, who had a knack for fixing things, worked at the organization’s warehouse for many years before passing away in January at age 75.

The gesture by Walmart Logistics is certain to be appreciated by local families and social service agencies in Androscoggin County.