‘Tis the Season for Helping and YOU can make a Difference!

As the holidays get closer, we’re reminded of the incredible generosity of our community—and the ongoing opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of local families. With your support, our Stuff the Bus campaign has grown each year, bringing hope and joy to those who need it most. This year, we are once again coming together to spread kindness and ensure that local families experience the warmth and cheer of the holidays. Whether you’re a returning supporter or joining us for the first time, there are so many ways you can get involved and help make this season one to remember. 

What is Stuff the Bus and how does it work?

1. Purchase gifts you would like to donate from our wishlist (coming soon!) or your favorite local retailer. Click here for a list of ideas to get started!
2. Drop your gifts off at the Chamber or one of the public drop-off locations (listed below!)
3. Our elves pick up the donated gifts with the Northeast Charter Bus.
4. The Chamber elves distribute all of the donated gifts to our non-profit partners.
5. You bring a smile to a kiddo, parent, or senior, and a tail wag to a pet this holiday season!
   

Public Drop Off Locations

Items must be dropped off by Monday, December 8th!

Maine Family Federal Credit Union

555 Sabattus St, Lewiston
831 Minot Ave, Auburn

Milestones Credit Union

291 Pine St, Lewiston

Northeast Bank

836 Center St, Auburn
235 Western Ave, Augusta 
11 Main St, Bethel 
186 Maine St, Brunswick 
1399 Maine St, Poland
27 Pearl St, Portland 
235 Main St, South Paris

Ouellette & Associates P.A.

1111 Lisbon St, Lewiston

PRIME360

41 Stevens Mill Rd, Auburn

SeniorsPlus

8 Falcon Rd, Lewiston

Sweetser

Lewiston Hope & Healing Center, 20 Mollison Way, Lewiston

Your Donations Support

• Safe Voices
  

• Seniors Plus

• Store Next Door

• Strengthen LA
  

• The Root Cellar

• Spurwink

• Trinity Jubilee Center

• YWCA