Adopt-a-Family Program

Adoptee signups close on October 31st.

Donors still needed!

 

To request to be placed on a waitlist as an Adoptee Family,

email CommunityResources@jonnycake.org or call (401) 377-8069 and select Option 1.

To sign up as a Donor who can help provide gift cards or financial assistance,

email Holiday@jonnycake.org or call (401) 377-8069 ext. 106.

 

This annual program provides residents with financial assistance to purchase holiday meals and gifts for children.

If you can benefit from financial assistance for holiday meals and presents, contact Jonnycake Community Resources before 10/31.

  • Email CommunityResources@jonnycake.org, or
  • Call (401) 377-8069 and select Option 1, or
  • Visit the Community Resources office during its operating hours.
  • Distribution will take place in mid-November.

To register as a Donor who can provide gift cards or financial assistance for neighbors, contact Lee Eastbourne, Executive Director.

  • Email Holiday@jonnycake.org, or
  • Call (401) 377-8069 x106, or
  • Visit the Thrift Store during its operating hours.
  • We are incredibly grateful for any interest in donating physical toys, presents, and food for the Adopt-a-Family program… but we ask that for 2024, all donations are financial or gift cards only.
  • Donations of toys and presents are still welcome and are needed for the Birthday Gift Program. Learn how to donate here.
  • Non-perishable food donations are always welcomed by the Food Pantry on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12pm to 3pm at the Pantry’s rear loading dock, or at our donations doors Monday-Friday from 10am to 3pm and Saturdays from9am to 3pm.

The Adopt-a-Family program has helped bring holiday magic to thousands of local children and people since its inception. By providing clients (parents/guardians) with gift cards, we are better aligned with our mission of helping our clients towards self-sufficiency. Gift Cards empower our clients by allowing them to make the best gift choices for their children, while also offering them the dignity and joy of providing for their own families.

 

As an alternative, you can make a financial contribution in the store, by mailing a check, by credit card on our website, www.jonnycake.org/donate-2 or via Venmo (@jonnycakewesterlyri).

 

In 2024, over 430 children in need were able to enjoy a wonderful Holiday Season thanks to the Center’s Adopt-a-Family Program and the generosity of our donors.