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2022 SPARK Boston Holiday Giving Guide

Looking to do some good this holiday season, but not sure where to start? SPARK Boston's got you covered with a list of seasonal and year-round in-kind donation sites across Boston.

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Building on the successful holiday household goods drive for Haitian migrants last year, the 2022-2023 SPARK Boston Council is pleased to release the 2022 SPARK Boston Holiday Guide.

This list explains where to make in-kind donations for some of Boston’s most vulnerable residents this holiday season. There is a drive for everyone, from special winter collections to year-round assistance! With so many incredible non-profits and partnerships happening now, everyone can make the season merry and bright for someone in need.

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    • Toy Drives

    Toys for Tots
    Bring new and unwrapped toys for children in need to Boston City Hall or the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center now through Tuesday, December 20!
    Wonderfund MA
    Check out their Amazon Wishlist and purchase toys for children involved with the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families.
    ABCD Toy Drive
    Become a Toy Drive Donor by arranging a donation for their Dorchester location by Friday, December 16!
    Allston Brighton Toy Drive
    Help Representative Mike Moran’s office provide gifts for children in the neighborhood by dropping off your unwrapped toy by Sunday, December 18.
    Franciscan Children's
    You can provide toys for children in the hospital by dropping them off at a City of Boston Credit Union branch or by purchasing through Franciscan Children’s Amazon Wishlist.
    E-13 Police Station
    The Jamaica Plain station is collecting new, unwrapped toys for children aged 0 to 15, and new clothing for children aged 12 to 15.

    Coat and Winter Clothing Drives

    Bundle-Up New England

    NBC Boston and Telemundo is collecting new and like-new children's coats with Cradles to Crayons through their Amazon Wishlist and at participating Xfinity locations. 

    Donations can be made at:

    • The Cradles to Crayons Giving Factory, 281 Newtonville Ave., Newton, MA (Mon-Thurs 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
    • Xfinity, 1314 Commonwealth Ave., Allston, MA (Mon-Sat 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
    • Xfinity, 350 Washington Street, Boston, MA (Mon-Sat, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
    Delta Sigma Theta Sock Drive

    The Boston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is collecting new socks at three Black-owned businesses for Rosie's Place and Women's Lunch Place.

    Donations can be made at:

    • Adorn Me Africa, 1 Bow Market Way, Somerville (Wed-Fri 12 - 6 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
    • Frugal Bookstore, 57 Warren Street, Roxbury (Mon-Fri 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
    • Shea Butter Smoothies, 777 Morrissey Blvd., Dorchester (Mon-Sat 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
    Winter Walk X Trillium Brewing 

    You can drop off new socks, underwear, and toiletries and get raffle tickets for a big prize at any Trillium Brewing tap room through the end of the year. Learn More about the Winter Walk Clothing Drive.

    Donate at:

    • Trillium's Fenway location at 401 Park Drive
    • Trillium's Fort Point location at 50 Thomson Place

    Non-Perishable Food Drives

    ABCD Winter Fund
    Organize a food drive with your neighbors or volunteer your cooking or delivery skills to ensure everyone can enjoy a holiday meal!
    Spice Bank
    The Boston Library is collecting new, unopened spices and dried herbs to spruce up food for families in need with the Greater Boston Food Bank.

    Year-Round Donations

    Boston Public Health Commission
    The BPHC collects winter clothing, rain gear, and more December through April each year for unhoused Bostonians.
    Haley House
    Men’s clothing (particularly underwear) and toiletries are needed at this beloved South End institution.
    Pine Street Inn
    Contribute to the creation of toiletry kits by dropping off requested items or purchasing items from Pine Street Inn’s Amazon Wish List.
    Rosie's Place
    While they accept in-kind donations year round, gift cards, toiletries, winter gear and throw blankets are in particular demand during the holidays.
    St. Francis House
    Drop off or purchase new or gently used every day and business casual clothing any day of the week for St. Francis House guests!
    Women's Lunch Place
    Personal hygiene products, emergency winter clothing, gift cards, and business supplies are always welcome at WLP Boston!
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