New York Council members and friends will be keeping mariners in our hearts this holiday season by volunteering for a packing day at Seaman’s Church Institute’s Port Newark location to assemble gift bags that will be shared with mariners away from their families. In addition to volunteering that day, there are two other ways to participate:
Donate toiletries, games and snacks. See the list of most needed items on the SCI website, or visit the Christmas at Sea wishlist on Amazon.
Knit or crochet warm gifts. Two knit items are included in every Christmas at Sea gift package. Whether you are a beginner or an expert with yarn crafts, you can download patterns and guidelines for hats, scarves and socks here.
Donations can be delivered to the New York Council office or mailed to:
Christmas at Sea
The Seamen’s Church Institute
118 Export Street
Port Newark, NJ 07114
Include your name, address and email or phone number so that SCI can acknowledge your gift. If you are sending on behalf of a knitting group, please include the group’s name and contact address as well. Donations are accepted year-round.