TOMS RIVER, NJ — While you're out shopping for family and friends this holiday season, Toms River officials are hoping you'll give a helping hand to children and teens who have no home.

Town Hall is accepting donations for children and teens being helped by Ocean's Harbor House, which is dedicated to assisting homeless, runaway, abused, neglected and abandoned youth ages 10-21. Ocean's Harbor House, which recently marked its 30th anniversary, works to provide a safe haven and caring environment for vulnerable youth to enable them to unlock their potential and learn skills that will empower them to build healthier lives.

Some items on the Holiday Wish List include gift cards for Walmart, Target, Wawa, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts in small amounts, new clothing, crafts for young adults, hygiene products like shampoo and soap, and household items like garbage bags, new pillows, dish towels and more. The request is the items be new, not used items.

All donations can be brought to Town Hall where there will be a drop box. Donations will be accepted at Town Hall until Dec. 21. For more information and the full list, please visit www.oceansharborhouse.org



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