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. The Peter Maurin Center is a nonprofit organization that offers hot meals, shelter, clothing, and comfort to unsheltered and marginalized people.
“Our residents continue to show what it means to care for one another,” said Mayor Don Walters. “Together, we can make a meaningful difference for families who need extra support this season.”
The donation drive runs through Friday, December 14. Cuyahoga Falls residents may drop off donations in the Police Department lobby at 2310 Second Street. Additionally, a drive-thru collection event will be held at Cuyahoga Falls City Hall on Saturday, December 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Below is a list of needed donation items. Please make sure they are new or gently used.
• Hoodies – men’s medium weight (sizes L-XL)
• Flashlights – that use 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
• Packages of AA and AAA batteries
Monetary donations are also accepted. 100% of monetary donations go towards the houseless. Please use the attached flyer that has scannable PayPal and Venmo QR codes to donate or reach out to knightsofcolumbus2362@gmail.com.