All contributions go directly to the people who need your help. The sponsors of Share Your Christmas -- the Durham County Department of Social Services, Volunteer Center of Durham and The Herald-Sun -- donate the administrative costs of this program.
To make a financial contribution please make your check out to the Share Your Christmas Program and mail to PO Box 3374 Durham, NC 27702.
Case 342: For one family, having more than enough love to share with their own children is a special gift. Besides their own two kids, they've adopted three other children and also run a daycare center. Seeing the everyday needs of the children entrusted to their care has touched these parents' hearts, and they strive to meet the needs of their "other" kids and their families as well as providing for their own. This family needs clothing for their daughters, ages 9, 11, 14 and 16, in sizes ladies' 8, 9-10, and 12-14. They also have a newborn son who needs clothing in sizes 0-6 months. The girls would enjoy a mannequin doll head for practicing hairdos, DSI hand held games, books, make up kits, and a Karaoke set. The parents ask nothing for themselves but desperately need to help their daycare kids with winter wear in sizes 4T up as well as toys and cars.
Case 389: Living alone with very little support, this mentally retarded adult could use your love and warmth this holiday season. She needs pants/jeans size W 18/20; shirts sweaters in W 22/24; underwear in 2X; socks, caps, a winter hat, scarf and coat, a pocket book, nightgown and robe.
Case 390: Disabled due to a seizure disorder, this man lives alone with no family or social support. Help to make his holiday special by providing jeans/pants in size 42x30; shirts and a jean jacket in size L; socks in 10-12; a coat in XL; and towel and washcloths.
Case 392: This sister works hard to care for her handicapped brother, working two jobs to make ends meet only to have her hours cut due to the sluggish economy. Help this devoted sister make a happy holiday by sharing a UNC emblem wind suit in men's L; v-neck cotton T-shirts in size men's M; socks that come up the calf or knee in size 10-13; milk chocolate candy; and 2 flannel night gowns, size ladies' L.
Case 393: Though legally blind, this 66-year-old woman continues to remain active in her church and community. You can share support by sending her slippers in size 9.5 (heel and toe out) and a night gown, size L.
Case 394: Being handicapped does not stop this vibrant woman from living life to the fullest; she recently moved into her own apartment when her family moved out of the area, and now needs queen sheets and bath towels, any color, to help her make it her own home.
Case 395: Caring for her son and sharing housing with a friend while trying to find her own place, this single mother finds herself unable to provide necessities due to recent unemployment. Her 8 year old son needs clothing in size 8 and would like trucks, balls, cars, or a bike. Also needed are men's pants size 32x28 or 32x30 and men's shirts, L; and ladies' clothes/jeans in size 5-6.
Case 396: Wheelchair-bound but always willing to open her door to anyone in need, this lady now finds herself in need this holiday season. You can help make the season bright with towels and washcloths, deep pocket sheets for a twin hospital bed, a button front skirt, size 12; canned vegetables, cereal, fruit, 100 percent cranberry juice.
Case 398: This young single mother struggles to support her four children alone, but a recent layoff has sidelined her plans for Christmas. The kids need clothes in size boys' 8, 10/12, and 16-18; and junior 7/8 and would enjoy an MP3 player and R&B music, sports balls, riding or educational toys, and a remote control truck.
Case 399: Vivacious handicapped lady who lives alone loves going to church, and needs a new winter coat in size 4X, gloves in size M, a whole slip in size 48 and a half slip to ensure that she can continue to make it to services.
Case 400: Physical challenges and medical concerns present themselves daily to this wheelchair bound elderly lady who lives alone. She has no family with whom to share Christmas; would you be her Santa? She needs a nice warm black coat, size 24-26, and a coffee maker and she has thanked Santa for helping in advance.
Case 600: This single mother of two boys, ages 18 and 15, and one girl, 6 works hard and is struggling to pay her bills. She is not sure if the family would get anything at all for Christmas because she has to pay the bills first. Please help with some clothes, toys and household linens.
Case 601: This mother is having difficulty paying her bills and taking care of her children's basic needs. Please bring some holiday cheer to her and her two children, ages 2 and 6.
Case 602: After recently becoming unemployed, this single mother of three girls, ages 2-13, could really use some relief this holiday season. Clothes, educational toys, maybe even a bike, would go a long way. For herself, the mother asks for only towels, washcloths and bath and body items.
Case 603: Struggling with multiple health problems, this disabled mother of two could really use your help this Christmas to provide a normal, happy holiday. Clothes, bath items, an alarm clock would be a wonderful start.
Case 604: This family is homeless, and the mother of two small children, ages 5 and 8, is pregnant. They stay with family when they can. Mom cannot work due to her pregnancy, but hopes to find a job soon after she delivers. Please help this family have a nice Christmas.
Case 605: This young mother of two just started working after a period of unemployment and homelessness. Now that the family has moved into their new home, they could really use some help this holiday season to get them back on their feet.
Case 606: Unemployed and seeking work at this time, this young mother of two preschool children would really appreciate any help this Christmas. Clothes, toys, and kitchenware would put a smile on all their faces.
Case 607: Surviving on only a very small child support check, this young mother of two young boys would really appreciate some help. They need warm clothing, blankets and the boys would love a youth-size basketball.
