Our Story
Community Giving Tree began in 2002 when founders Leslie Levenson and Betty Obernesser recognized the abundance of resources available to share with families in need, just a short distance from Boxford, Massachusetts. Initially operating from a donated garage, volunteers collected and distributed gently used baby equipment and clothing for seven years. In 2009, the grassroots initiative transitioned into a registered nonprofit organization. With a new 2,400 square foot facility established in June 2010, Community Giving Tree now operates from two locations, serving the communities of Boxford and Lawrence.