The Massachusetts cranberry industry asked itself the same question. Sperling is quick to point out that donations are needed throughout the year. Donations are always needed. Damien's Place, which services towns throughout Massachusetts, served 1116 people in October alone. The pantry, directed by Father Thomas McElroy and Father Gabriel Healy from Sacred Hearts Retreat Center in Wareham, was started in May of 1992 as an outreach program for the poor and needy.
Place is ecumenical in nature and very loving in practice.
Damien's Place is always in need of items such as canned food, pasta and juice. All donations go directly to buy food and pay rent and utilities. There are no salaries at Damien's Place.