Neighborhood House Creates a Magical Holiday for Local Children Over 400 children will receive gifts this holiday season

Rochester Hills, MI, October 15, 2021 – Neighborhood House (NH) is reaching out to the community to gather new toys and clothing for children living in the greater Rochester area whose families are facing financial hardship. Beginning on November 3, gifts can be dropped off at the following locations:

●      Retro Fitness (637 North Main Street)

●      Rochester Hills Public Library (500 Olde Towne Road)

●      Auburn Hills City Manager's Office (1827 North Squirrel Road)

●      Oakland Township Hall (4393 Collins Road)

●      Neighborhood House (1720 South Livernois Road)

Barb Cenko, President of the Board of Directors for Neighborhood House says, “The holidays can be a very stressful time, especially for families who are struggling financially. I am thankful for the continued outpouring of support from our community which enables NH to provide toys and clothing for local kids and food baskets for families. Together we bring joy and hope to many families.”

In compliance with COVID-19 protocols and to protect donors, volunteers, and neighbors, NH is offering electronic shopping (such as their Amazon Wish List) to provide food, clothing, and gifts for those in need. The electronic gifting option allows donors to safely shop for items including hoodies, pajamas, mittens, toys, games, and gift cards for families in need. Gifts can be shipped directly to NH (1720 S. Livernois, Rochester Hills, MI 48307). Recipient families will schedule a specific time to visit Neighborhood House and select gifts for their children. The entire activity will be conducted at the NH office.

Michele Knoblauch, Volunteer Coordinator at Neighborhood House said, “Last year, 200 families received gifts, 335 families received food baskets, and 450 children received clothing and gifts as part of the holiday gift program. All of this is made possible by the generosity of our community.” For questions and additional information please contact Michele Knoblauch, Volunteer Coordinator, at 248-651-5836 ext. 15.

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About Neighborhood House:

For over 50 years Neighborhood House has been serving the greater Rochester and Auburn Hills area. Neighborhood House focuses heavily on education and long-term self-sustainability, to serve even more of their neighbors in need. They provide rent and utility financial assistance, operate a Food Pantry and Clothes Closet, offer transportation services, provide counseling, facilitate many educational programs for families in need, and more. Last year, Neighborhood House's programs helped over 3,000 households on their path from financial crisis to self-sustainability. You can follow Neighborhood House on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/NHsince1968/.