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Make a Difference: The Center: A Drop-In Community Learning & Resource Center

December 03, 2015 11:01 pm • Last Updated: December 03, 2015 11:05 pm

Who: Sara, 39, is a single, working mother of two boys, ages 14 and 11, and an 8-year-old girl. Sara struggles to make ends meet for three children. The two boys have outgrown their school uniforms, winter coats, warm clothing and boots. Her daughter does not have a winter coat or school uniforms that fit properly. Sara does not have a winter coat and struggles with keeping gas in her car and food on the table. The family would appreciate gift cards for groceries, gas and to buy clothing.

Agency: The Center: A Drop-In Community Learning & Resource Center

To donate: Donations may be mailed to P.O. Box 848, New London, CT, 06320 or dropped off at the agency located at 701 Montauk Ave., New London, CT, 06320 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. For more information, call Reona Dyess at (860) 442-4466.

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