Omaha Home for Boys Calls for Donations to Project Christmas Joy

The Omaha Home for Boys (omahahomeforboys.org) is holding its holiday gift and essentials drive, Project Christmas Joy, now through December 17. The drive is aimed at providing youth, young adults, and families in OHB’s programs with presents and necessities for the holidays.

Some of the most critically-needed items include hygiene items, cleaning products, laundry supplies, kitchen essentials, diapers, and wipes. Some of the “wants” of OHB’s youth include gift cards (Walmart, TJ MAXX, Kohls, McDonald’s, Quik Trip, Burger King, Uber, Auto Zone), body spray, lotion, nail polish, backpacks, wallets, purses, socks, and blankets.

Bailey Perry, OHB Transitional Living Manager, noted just how impactful the public’s support of Project Christmas Joy is: “We try to give every youth in our program a few gifts at Christmas, and the reality is that for some, it’s the first time they’ve had the opportunity to experience this aspect of the holidays. They are grateful for everything they receive.”

Support of Project Christmas Joy can be offered in a number of ways. Donated items can be dropped off at Omaha Home for Boys, Smith Administration Building, 4343 N 52nd St. Monetary gifts can be given online at OmahaHomeForBoys.org/joy, or items can even be purchased via the “Project Christmas Joy” Amazon Wish List and shipped directly to OHB.