Following a custom that began more than 100 years ago, when the Mission brought gifts to island residents and lighthouse keepers, the Mission distributes holiday gifts to children, families, elders, prisoners, and nursing home residents at Christmas time.
Thanks to you, last year we distributed over 9,100 gifts to more than 1,100 people. We are hoping you’ll help us again this year!
If you’re mailing items, please send them by Monday, December 2 to Maine Seacoast Mission Christmas Program, PO Box 428 or 6 Weald Bethel Lane, Cherryfield, ME 04622.
Gift Cards
- Amazon
- Visa
- Xbox
- Walmart
New Clothing and Shoes (all sizes infant through adult)
- T-shirts
- Long sleeve shirts
- Jeans
- Leggings
- Sweatpants
- Sweatshirts (Zip up preferred for seniors, hoodies preferred for children and teens)
- Sweaters
- Pajamas (adult sizes for seniors)
- Warm socks
- Gripper socks (adult sizes for seniors)
- Winter coats
- Boots
- Sneakers
Toiletries (new and unopened)
- Deodorant (men and women)
- Chapstick
- Body wash
- Shampoo
- Lotion
- Toothbrushes (individually packaged)
- Toothpaste
- Makeup
- Nail polish
- Nail kits
- Hairbrushes
- Scrunchies and barrettes (for teens and seniors)
Gift Cards for Families
- Visa gift cards
- TJ Maxx gift cards
- Amazon gift cards
- Gift cards to stores including: ULTA, Sephora, Nike, Old Navy, Adidas, Under Armor, PacSun, and H&M
Books
- Large print
- Picture books for both children and adults
- Coloring books
- Crossword and Sudoku puzzle books (Large Print)
- Sketch books
- Journals
Toys (new in package, for ages infant to 17)
- Wooden toys (handmade or purchased)
- Fidgets
- Art kits
- Craft kits
- Science kits
- Stuffed animals
For Teens
- Clothing
- Gifts
Hand Knit and Crocheted goods (unused, all sizes infant through adult)
- Hats
- Mittens
- Prayer shawls
- Socks
- Lap blankets
Other Items
- Calendars for 2025
- Puzzles (all sizes)
- Fishing gear (ice fishing, lobstering, freshwater fishing)
- Solar Powered Bobbleheads
