People Helping People

06/12/2026

For this week’s Helping Hands Highlight, we would like to thank Target Burlington!

Target Burlington continues to be a vital partner in our mission! They donate a wide range of fresh, frozen and shelf-stable items each and every week. These items go straight to our shelves and directly benefit our clients.

Thank you for your support!

06/10/2026

Missed last night's big announcement?

🍻 Join us for Summerfest: Pours for a Purpose! 🍷

Spend an evening enjoying tastings from a variety of local beer, wine and spirit vendors to support PHP programs!

Gather your friends, family or co-workers and join us for a fun-filled night of sipping, sampling and giving back. We are excited for you to join us!

When: July 16, 4:30-7:30 PM!

Get your tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/summerfest-pours-for-a-purpose--2026

06/09/2026

🎉 Tickets for Summerfest: Pours for a Purpose are officially on sale! 🎉

Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of PHP programs! Enjoy delicious appetizers, exciting raffles and tastings from local beer, wine and spirit vendors.

Gather your friends, raise a glass and help support PHP programs! Stay tuned for the amazing lineup of tasting vendors who will be bringing the flavor!

Where: Grandview Farm: 55 Center Street, Burlington, MA
When: Thursday July 16, 4:30-7:30 PM
Tickets: $40 Early Bird Rate (prices increase July 1)

🎟️Purchase tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/summerfest-pours-for-a-purpose--2026

06/09/2026

Thank you Shannon Walsh Jenkins Real Estate Agent MA & NH!

🎒✨ OUR BACKPACK DRIVE IS BACK — AND WE’RE STARTING EARLY! ✨🎒

We’re kicking things off early this year to make sure no child heads back to school without a backpack.

Every year, this community shows up in the most incredible way — packing not just backpacks, but love, support, and confidence into each one. 💙

🎯 Our Goal: 250 Backpacks for Local Kids

Let’s come together again and see just how far we can take it this year!

📍 Drop-Off Locations:
• People Helping People
21–23 Murray Avenue, Burlington, MA

• RE/MAX Realty Experts
265 Winn St, Suite 201, Burlington, MA

• Damore Title & Closing @ Kriss Law
279 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA

🗓 Donations accepted now through the end of summer

Whether you donate one backpack or ten, you are making a real difference in a child’s life.

❤️ Thank you for always showing up, giving back, and helping us support local families. This community truly makes it all possible.

Shannon Walsh Jenkins Real Estate Agent MA & NH!
781-254-5637
[email protected]

06/08/2026

We are looking for your help and creativity!

As we prepare for our upcoming Pours for a Purpose fundraiser, we are looking to create raffle baskets and we would LOVE your support!

Here are some basket ideas:
🍰 Baking Basket
🐾 Pet Basket
🍸 Cocktail Basket
☕ Coffee Basket
💛 Date Night Basket
Any other creative ideas you have!

Not sure what to create?
You can also participate by donating individual basket items or gift cards to restaurants/stores and we will create the baskets!

If you are interested in donating, message us directly or email Julianne at [email protected].

💙Thank you for supporting PHP and all of our programs! 💙

06/05/2026

For this week’s Helping Hands Highlight, we would like to thank , Inc.

Spoonfuls is a food recovery program that supports many local food pantry programs, including PHP! They rescue food from grocery stores that might otherwise go to waste and deliver it directly to community food programs like ours. We are thankful for their commitment to reducing food waste while increasing access to healthy food for Burlington residents.

Thank you for your support!

06/04/2026

Thank you NAYA Burlington for supporting PHP and welcome to the community. Naya donated a portion of their opening day proceeds to support our programs! Thank you!

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06/02/2026

Looking for lunch or dinner tomorrow? Check out a new restaurant in town. NAYA Burlington is opening tomorrow, Tuesday, June 2!

When you check out NAYA on their opening day, proceeds will be donated to PHP!

Try out their $10 bowls, rolls & salads from 11 AM - 7 PM! 🥗

Where: NAYA, 112 Burlington Mall Road
When: Tuesday June 2, 11 AM - 7 PM!

05/31/2026

Hello amazing community members and supporters!

We are currently in need of help restocking our baby food and cat food shelves. Every donation makes a difference! 🍼🐾

We are looking for:

Stage 1 & 2 Baby food
Dry and canned cat food

Amazon Wishlist: https://tr.ee/AmazonWishListMostNeeded
Walmart Wishlist: https://tr.ee/PHPWalmartListMostNeeded

05/29/2026

For this week’s Helping Hands Highlight, we would like to thank our volunteers!

Our volunteers keep PHP moving with so many different tasks! Some examples of tasks that volunteers help out with include: picking up donations, sorting/stocking shelves, serving at events, maintaining our garden or delivering directly to neighbors in need.

These amazing people go above and beyond every single day. We are grateful for every single volunteer who supports our mission!

To all volunteers: THANK YOU! 💙