Simple idea, and faithful donors, keep Toy Fund legacy alive
A humble beginning has become an annual tradition that has brightened the holidays for hundreds of thousands of Maine children over the past 7 decades
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With a huge need, Press Herald Toy Fund helps to brighten children's holidays for 75th year
The annual toy drive was started in 1949 by a newspaper editor and Portland social worker. Since then, 'there's never been a year that this didn't happen,' said operations manager Jeff Ham.
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Toy fund gears up for another season of holiday giving
The 73-year-old charity, which has a new operations manager this year, continues to rely on the donations of newspaper readers to bring joy to children in need.
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Facing rising costs, parents seek help from 73-year-old Press Herald Toy Fund
The Toy Fund was launched amid difficult economic conditions in 1949, and once again families are struggling this year and asking for help.
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Press Herald Toy Fund adds children's books to longstanding tradition
For the first time, the annual Press Herald Toy Fund will provide a new book for every child and is now ordering gifts through Maine-owned businesses.
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