ABOUT US
A MESSAGE FROM OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Our founder Susan Phippen was dedicated to kindness and generosity - pillars of our mission. We will continue to rely on these principles to guide us in supporting those in need. At this critical time in history, we will further examine our policies to ensure that inclusivity is reflected in all that we do to support our community in a meaningful way. As we have done for over thirty years, Scituate Community Christmas will lift up our neighbors and friends and partner with those who share our mission.
Mission Statement
Inspired by our core values of kindness, compassion, philanthropy, and volunteerism, we honor the legacy of our founder Susan Phippen by supporting families and individuals during times of hardship, spreading joy to those who need it most, and recognizing those dedicated to serving our community.
Leadership
General Description/History
Founded in 1989 by philanthropist Susan Phippen, Scituate Community Christmas is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to supporting Scituate families and individuals during times of hardship at Christmastime and throughout the year.
For more than three decades, Scituate Community Christmas has diligently worked to inspire the values of kindness, compassion, philanthropy and volunteerism, cornerstone to the mission, and has served thousands of community members. Through year-round programming and active partnerships with local non-profits, Scituate Community Christmas is dedicated to lifting up those friends and neighbors in times of crisis. The Susan Phippen House, home of Scituate Community Christmas, provides a central location for outreach and giving, while connecting people with charitable organizations to promote the common good. Scituate Community Christmas boasts the Guidestar Platinum Seal of Transparency.
In the News
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Legal Status
Scituate Community Christmas is recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization under the Internal Revenue Service (Federal Identification Number 22-3051383). The organization is governed by a Board of Directors. The organization also has a Criteria Committee, comprised of three members of the Board of Directors, which makes decisions on recipients who request assistance.
Scituate Community Christmas has a variety of policies in place to uphold the highest degree of governance and transparency.
Requests for Assistance
Requests for assistance may come from a variety of sources. Clergy, social workers, neighbors, friends, and concerned others may submit names of individuals/families who may need services. Service requests are accepted all year long through referrals via phone, email or through the website.
Families are contacted to verify need, along with the information necessary for services to be provided. At Christmas, information is necessary for Santa to choose appropriate toys for each child. Requests during the year will be met if possible, based on Criteria Committee review. At Christmas, special requests will be considered and fulfilled if feasible.
Support
Scituate Community Christmas is a volunteer-driven organization. Individuals, families, and businesses may support the organization through financial contributions, the annual raffle calendar, in-kind donations, and corporate partnership. Please visit our donation page to learn more.