Help Community Missions support local youth this holiday season

By Marilee R. Clark

Vice President of Youth Services

The youth division of Community Missions provides a safe haven for neglected, abused and troubled youth and young adults, ages 7-24. We provide services to the needy, homeless and emotionally disturbed populations in Niagara County and other neighboring counties, as needed. Services include housing, case management, outreach, counseling, and restorative justice circle work.

This year marks the 34th year that the Niagara County Community Libraries and other community supporters have graciously sponsored the “Tidings of Joy” campaign benefiting youth in our programs. We are pleased to say the positive response to this project has always been overwhelming. It provides our youth with many necessities such as clothing, hygiene items, leisure activities, toys, games, and so much more to help make the holiday spirit a little brighter.

We would appreciate your consideration of a donation for the “Tidings of Joy” campaign. Our holiday trees, decorated with specific gift ideas or suggestions, are displayed at libraries in Lockport, Sanborn, North Tonawanda and Lewiston. We hope that you might help our youth who often cannot return home for the holidays. We also accept tax-deductible monetary donations, which can be mailed to CMI “Tidings of Joy” campaign, 1570 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14303.

Thank you for your time and consideration. Any gift would be accepted – and know that no gift is ever too small. For further information, please feel free to contact the youth services offices at 716-285-3403, ext. 2231. We look forward to hearing from you!

One of this year's giving trees. (Images courtesy of Community Missions)

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Participating local libraries

√ Lewiston Public Library, 305 S. Eighth St.

√ Lockport Public Library – 23 East Ave.

√ Sanborn-Pekin Free Library – 5884 West St., Sanborn

√ North Tonawanda Public Library – 505 Meadow Drive