This holiday season, we are asking you to help a local family who are facing major hardships following a move to New Bedford. 

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The Lopes family relocated to New Bedford following an attempted abduction of their oldest daughter. Mom, Tori, who was fired from her job after an ongoing battle with severe medical issues, and Dad, Paul, who recently lost job as a truck driver, are now struggling to make ends meet for their three children - PJ, 14, Savannah, 11, and Aubree, 3.

Currently, Savannah and Aubree share a twin bed in their 2-bedroom apartment while PJ sleeps on the couch in the living room. Paul now works at Titleist but is still finding it impossible to get ahead with lingering medical bills and losing one of their vehicles from an accident involving an uninsured driver. Currently, the family is driving a loaner van that needs extensive repairs.

Paul and Tori work very hard to make sure their kids don't know the extent of their financial problems and Savannah regularly volunteers with groups from her school at local fundraisers and events, including our own Cans Across the Park. But with the holidays approaching, the Lopes are concerned they will not be able to give their three kids the holiday they deserve.

Basic Wish List: 

3-year-old girl: Size 3T, size 10 shoe - she loves Paw Patrol, Peppa Pig and PJ Masks.

11-year-old girl: Size 10/12, size 3 shoe - loves arts & crafts, Disney Descendants and books.

14-year-old boy: 34 men's pants, medium shirts, size 10 shoe - loves football and video games for Xbox 1.

If you are interested in helping, listen to their full story on the Rock and Fox Show and call in or text WISH to 313131 and follow the instructions to donate.

On behalf of Fun 107 and the United Way of Greater New Bedford, we thank you for your help in granting some wishes this holiday season!

PLEASE NOTE: This year, we are unable to collect any used items as part of our Holiday Wish program. All toys, clothes or other items must be new and unwrapped. Thank you! 

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