Published in the December 14, 2016 edition

LYNN — My Brother’s Table the North Shore’s largest soup kitchen, is in need of new sweaters and sweatshirts to distribute to its guests on Christmas Day.

Men’s, women’s and children’s sweaters/sweatshirts in all sizes are needed, but the biggest demand is for adult large and XL sweaters and sweatshirts. MBT is also seeking new hats, gloves, scarves, socks and thermal underwear. Gift cards are always welcomed as well.

Unwrapped items can be dropped off at My Brother’s Table, 98 Willow St., Lynn during office hours Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please try to drop items off by Wednesday, Dec. 21 to allow time for sorting/wrapping.

Since 1982, My Brother’s Table has served over 3 million meals to people in need, in all kinds of weather, during years of economic ups and downs. My Brother’s Table receives no government funding and is not a United Way affiliate. Instead, it relies on the generosity of individuals and corporate donations.

For more information call My Brother’s Table at 781-595-3224.