Stephen Center Merry Mart in Need of Donations for Holiday Gifts

The giving season is approaching and Stephen Center (www.StephenCenter.org) invites the community to spread holiday cheer by donating new board games, clothes, gift cards, and other small items to the Merry Mart. The Merry Mart will provide Stephen Center clients the opportunity to shop for their children at no cost from donated items. Gifts for adults are also needed so everyone at Stephen Center can open a gift on Christmas morning.

“On any given day, about 250 people call Stephen Center home,” Executive Director Michael Wehling said. “We want each one of them to feel loved and appreciated, especially during the holidays.”

Specifically, Stephen Center needs donations of new: board games; craft kits for children and adults; travel coffee mugs; reusable water bottles; $10 gas station gift cards; movie theater gift cards; baseballs, basketballs, footballs; hoodies, sweatpants, leggings, (all sizes); and costume jewelry sets.

To participate, community members can drop-off items at Stephen Center’s Donation Dock, 2723 Q St., or shop at home and ship directly to Stephen Center using the Merry Mart Wish List at www.amzn.to/2WQQiYl. Donations are requested no later than Monday, December 13.

Located in South Omaha, Stephen Center serves individuals and families experiencing homelessness, addiction, and poverty. For more information, contact Development Director Dawn Olijnek at (402) 715-5441 or visit www.StephenCenter.org.