Sharing Christmas Kindness: Help White & Allen Bring Holiday Cheer to Local Seniors

A simple act of kindness can make a world of difference. Help us make Christmas a little brighter for seniors in our community by contributing to Marilyn Johnson’s annual Christmas Goody Bag Project!

For Marilyn Johnson, a valued member of White & Allen’s Administrative Team, the spirit of Christmas has always been about love, family, faith, and caring for others.

Growing up as one of 12 children, Marilyn learned early that life isn’t always easy. But thanks to an amazing mother who filled their home with love and faith, she and her siblings always knew they were cared for and had what they needed.

Years later, when her mother faced the challenges of dementia, Marilyn and her siblings had the opportunity to return that love. Together, they cared for their mother with tenderness and devotion, making sure she was surrounded by family until the very end.

That experience left a lasting impression on Marilyn. She understands how meaningful it is to have someone who cares, especially during life’s most difficult moments. She also recognizes that not everyone has family nearby or loved ones who can visit during the holidays.

That’s why, each Christmas, Marilyn finds a special way to share a little extra love with local seniors.

A Christmas Tradition Built on Kindness

What began as Marilyn’s personal act of kindness has grown into a wonderful White & Allen tradition. Since 2024, our firm has joined Marilyn to lovingly prepare Christmas goody bags for residents of local nursing homes, with special thought given to those who are bed-bound, may not receive visitors, or could use a little extra holiday cheer.

With holiday cheer, our White & Allen employees, clients, and friends help make Marilyn’s vision possible. Together, we are reminded that sometimes the smallest gestures can mean the most.

This year, Marilyn hopes to fill 60 Christmas goody bags with thoughtful treats, useful everyday items, and little surprises to brighten someone’s day. More importantly, each bag carries a message that we hope every recipient feels: You are loved. You are valued. You are not forgotten.

Help Us Fill 60 Christmas Goody Bags!

We invite our clients, friends, neighbors, and community partners to join us in spreading Christmas cheer. Whether you contribute one item or several, every donation helps make this tradition possible.

2026 Christmas Goody Bag Wish List:

• Large-print word search books
• Adult coloring books
• Colored pencils
• Soft peppermints
• Hard candy or fun-sized chocolates
• Little Debbie cakes
• Stuffed animals
• Gloves and toboggans
• Throws and blankets
• Toothbrushes and toothpaste
• Toiletries (soap, deodorant, and lotion)

Where to Donate:

Please drop off donations at our Kinston office by Thursday, December 10th:

White & Allen, P.A.
106 S. McLewean Street
Kinston, NC 28501

Every contribution, big or small, will help us reach our goal of 60 bags and bring a little more happiness to seniors in our community this Christmas.

Help Us Make Someone’s Christmas Brighter

At White & Allen, we believe that being part of a community means more than simply doing business here. It means showing up, lending a helping hand, and looking for opportunities to make a difference.

Marilyn’s Christmas tradition is a beautiful reminder that kindness doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, it comes in the form of a warm blanket, a favorite sweet treat, or a simple gift that lets someone know they haven’t been forgotten.

Join Marilyn and the White & Allen family in sharing the joy of Christmas. Together, let’s make sure 60 local seniors feel a little extra love this holiday season.

Because everyone deserves to feel remembered at Christmas.