toy fund 2018 Archives - Centralmaine.com

Toy Fund: Some key supporters often unsung, always appreciated

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.

For example, a single mother from the midcoast – who supports herself and her 6-year-old daughter on $1,200 a month – is among those seeking help.