Getting started.
Who this helps
Families with children under 18 who live in Addison, Beals Island, Cherryfield, Columbia, Columbia Falls, Deblois, Harrington, Jonesboro, Jonesport, Machias, Milbridge, Steuben, a Mount Desert Island town or an island served by the Sunbeam.
How to get started
After a request is received, Mission staff contact parents or guardians to plan a shopping day or arrange pickup or delivery.
Check the service area.
The program serves residents of the listed Downeast towns and island communities.
Ask about requesting gifts.
Call (207) 546-4466 with program questions, including how to make a request.
How they can help.
Families may receive gifts through a planned shopping day or by pickup or delivery of items chosen by volunteers.
- Christmas gifts for families with children under 18
- A planned shopping day for parents or guardians
- Pickup of items chosen by volunteers
- Delivery of items chosen by volunteers
A few questions before you go.
Check how the service works, when it is available, and any costs. Ask about communication or accessibility support if you need it.
- Does my town qualify?
- Is help available for my family this Christmas?
- Can my family shop, pick up gifts or get delivery?
- What happens after I submit a request?