The Saint John Police Force is proud to launch its 6th annual Holiday in a Box campaign.
Last year’s campaign was another great success with 650 boxes and 270 gift cards collected and distributed. This year, Saint John’s priority neighbourhoods are once again partnering with the Saint John Police Force to bring some holiday cheer to those less fortunate adults in our community.
The campaign encourages individuals, businesses, and community groups to fill a shoebox or similar-sized box, with everyday essentials to be gifted to someone in need during the holiday season.
Once collected, the boxes will be wrapped and distributed through representatives of each of the five priority neighbourhood organizations:
- Crescent Valley Resource Centre,
- Carleton Community Centre,
- P.U.L.S.E. Inc. Saint John,
- The ONE Change Inc., and
- The Waterloo Village Neighbourhood Association.
Donated boxes can be filled with items many of us use every day but that can make a significant difference to someone facing financial challenges. Suggested items include toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, soap, socks, gloves, toques, candy, bus passes, and gift cards.
Donations can be dropped off at the Saint John Police Force located at 1 Peel Plaza, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The campaign will run until December 15, 2026.
For more information visit: Holiday in a Box | Saint John Police Force
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