Ayesha and Bilal never had to worry about money, they never had to turn to nonprofits for help. The Gilbertsville couple had always been able…
Posts published in “Operation Holiday”
Desiree was shopping at the Dollar General when she found hope. Peering into the depths of a shelf, she noticed a single, small ornament, with…
Born in Mexico, Jennifer arrived in America when she was nine years old. Her family settled in Chester County, where work was bountiful in the…
Samantha has never had to ask for help before now. The 19-year-old was a standout student at Reading High School with her sights set on…
Imagine being the mother and father of four children living at home, and one just starting on their own, and facing a shortage of money…
Tinsley almost missed the call with a reporter about Operation Holiday because her daughter had been rushed to the hospital from school. “I got a…
With her two daughters, Susan (her name was changed to protect her privacy) anticipates a “magical” Christmas, thanks in part to her health care provider…
One year ago, Will was without a job, a home, or a future — until Operation Holiday partner Manna on Main Street helped him turn…
Just a month before Christmas, April, a mom of three, finds her life turned upside down. Her husband was recently evicted from their home after…
The story of Operation Holiday began 34 years ago in Pottstown with The Mercury and the newspaper’s leadership goal of giving something meaningful to children…
Editor’s note: Today begins Operation Holiday, our annual campaign to give some holiday joy to children in the struggling families of our communities. We will…
When asked about the challenges she’s facing this holiday season, Jolynta said it starts with the Christmas tree. There isn’t one. Even if she had…
Just a few weeks before Christmas, Tiffany, a mom of five, finds her life turned upside down. Her husband was recently evicted from their house…