The City of Cuyahoga Falls will join Hudson, Munroe Falls, Silver Lake, Stow, and Tallmadge in a cold-weather donation drive benefiting the Peter Maurin Center.
“Our residents continue to show what it means to care for one another,” stated Mayor Don Walters. “Together, we can make a meaningful difference for families who need extra support this season.”
The donation drive runs Monday, November 10, through Friday, December 14. Cuyahoga Falls residents may drop off donations in the lobby of the Police Department, 2310 Second Street. Additionally, there will be a drive-thru collection event at Cuyahoga Falls City Hall on Saturday, December 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
DONATION ITEMS NEEDED AND ACCEPTED – MUST BE NEW OR GENTLY WORN
Hoodies – men’s medium weight
Flashlights – that use AA and AAA batteries
Packages – AA and AAA batteries
Sleeping Bags – 30 degree and colder
Hand Warmers – many needed
Boxers – sizes M through XXL
Gloves – lined jersey
Meal Cards – McDonald’s, Burger King, Subway, Etc
One Day Akron Metro Bus Passes
Money – 100% goes towards the houseless
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The Peter Maurin Center is a nonprofit organization that offers hot meals, shelter, clothing, and comfort to unsheltered and marginalized people.