For Thanksgiving 2024, Thanksgiving Day meal served from 12 pm-12:30 pm and 6:30 pm-7 pm.
For Christmas 2024, Christmas day meal served from 12 pm-12:30 pm and 6:30 pm-7 pm.
For Thanksgiving 2024, Thanksgiving Day meal served from 12 pm-12:30 pm and 6:30 pm-7 pm.
For Christmas 2024, Christmas day meal served from 12 pm-12:30 pm and 6:30 pm-7 pm.
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For Thanksgiving 2025:
A free Thanksgiving meal from the MLK Center is offered to the entire Quad Cities community.
Fri, Nov 21st, 12 pm-5 pm (drive-through only).
Sat, Nov 22nd, 11 am-5 pm (drive-through and 25 meal minimum delivery).
Sun, Nov 23rd, 12 pm-4 pm (dine-in only).
For meals, arrive in the parking lot and tell staff how many meals are needed. Meals include turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, dressing, green beans, corn, cranberry sauce and dessert.
Curbside service is available at the MLK Center while supplies last.
For Thanksgiving 2025:
A free Thanksgiving meal from the MLK Center is offered to the entire Quad Cities community.
Fri, Nov 21st, 12 pm-5 pm (drive-through only).
Sat, Nov 22nd, 11 am-5 pm (drive-through and 25 meal minimum delivery).
Sun, Nov 23rd, 12 pm-4 pm (dine-in only).
For meals, arrive in the parking lot and tell staff how many meals are needed. Meals include turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, dressing, green beans, corn, cranberry sauce and dessert.
Curbside service is available at the MLK Center while supplies last.
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Provides holiday food assistance to those in need.
Thanksgiving 2025 bonus items will be offered during regular shopping hours to registered clients during the month of November.
Christmas 2025 assistance available with traditional Christmas Meal Box and Christmas Gifts for Kids to registered clients in December. December Blessings registration begins on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Deadline ends on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Pickup is Friday, December 12, 2025
To qualify:
If client has used this pantry's services for the last three months and resides in the Waukee School District and has recently provided a proof of residency and identification for each person in their household, they may already be qualified; please complete an online application. If this is the first time applying for assistance or client's information in WayPoint Resources system is not current, client must bring required documents to the WayPoint Resources office during food pantry hours within 10 days of submitting an application.
If client already applied at another agency:
If client has been approved or expects to be approved with another agency for their holiday program, client will be disqualified from this program. This includes, but is not limited to, West Des Moines Human Services, Toys for Tots, Shop with a Cop, Angel Tree Programs and other food or gift giveaway programs.
**Applicants are not qualified for the program until identification for each person, and proof of residency is confirmed.
Once approved, applicants will receive an email confirmation with pick up instructions, including date and time. If applicant has not received an email confirmation, please contact WayPoint Resources at [email protected] or (515) 987-5523. Please bring a photo ID in order to receive dinner boxes and gifts.
If client cannot make the assigned date and time for pick up, another family member or friend can pick up on their behalf. Please call and let WayPoint Resources know who has permission to pick up items, or make other arrangements. If client does not pick up items or make other arrangements for pick-up, their items will be given to families on the waiting list. Failure to pick up may disqualify client's family from future programs.
Provides holiday food assistance to those in need.
Thanksgiving 2025 bonus items will be offered during regular shopping hours to registered clients during the month of November.
Christmas 2025 assistance available with traditional Christmas Meal Box and Christmas Gifts for Kids to registered clients in December. December Blessings registration begins on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Deadline ends on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Pickup is Friday, December 12, 2025
To qualify:
If client has used this pantry's services for the last three months and resides in the Waukee School District and has recently provided a proof of residency and identification for each person in their household, they may already be qualified; please complete an online application. If this is the first time applying for assistance or client's information in WayPoint Resources system is not current, client must bring required documents to the WayPoint Resources office during food pantry hours within 10 days of submitting an application.
If client already applied at another agency:
If client has been approved or expects to be approved with another agency for their holiday program, client will be disqualified from this program. This includes, but is not limited to, West Des Moines Human Services, Toys for Tots, Shop with a Cop, Angel Tree Programs and other food or gift giveaway programs.
**Applicants are not qualified for the program until identification for each person, and proof of residency is confirmed.
Once approved, applicants will receive an email confirmation with pick up instructions, including date and time. If applicant has not received an email confirmation, please contact WayPoint Resources at [email protected] or (515) 987-5523. Please bring a photo ID in order to receive dinner boxes and gifts.
If client cannot make the assigned date and time for pick up, another family member or friend can pick up on their behalf. Please call and let WayPoint Resources know who has permission to pick up items, or make other arrangements. If client does not pick up items or make other arrangements for pick-up, their items will be given to families on the waiting list. Failure to pick up may disqualify client's family from future programs.
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Food for emergencies. Donations accepted from area churches, groups, and schools.
Free food pantry outside front door of Hickman Presbyterian Church also available at 300 East 3rd Street in Hickman.
Holiday baskets for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.
For Thanksgiving and Christmas, people who use the pantry during the year are given holiday baskets. Call or visit the pantry for information about basket distribution dates and times.
Food for emergencies. Donations accepted from area churches, groups, and schools.
Free food pantry outside front door of Hickman Presbyterian Church also available at 300 East 3rd Street in Hickman.
Holiday baskets for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.
For Thanksgiving and Christmas, people who use the pantry during the year are given holiday baskets. Call or visit the pantry for information about basket distribution dates and times.
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Provides Christmas 2024 assistance for referred individuals 62 or older and the disabled who may be in need or alone at Christmas.
Applications may be picked up November 1-21, 2025. Must be turned in on or before November 21, 2025.
Provides Christmas 2024 assistance for referred individuals 62 or older and the disabled who may be in need or alone at Christmas.
Applications may be picked up November 1-21, 2025. Must be turned in on or before November 21, 2025.
Holiday baskets are offered seasonally, provided through local community support. Programs vary by location; call for information.
[For Thanksgiving 2023:
Applications for Thanksgiving Food Packages must be picked up and completed at local offices; call for dates. (Carroll County: must be returned by November 3rd; Calhoun County: must be returned by November 10th)]
[For Christmas 2023:
(Carroll County) Giving Tree/Toys for Tots forms are available at the Carroll Outreach Office starting October 17th. To be eligible, applicants must have primary custody of the children being signed up, must be a resident of Carroll County, have children ages 14 and under, and be on New Opportunities' programs. If applicant is approved, they will receive a letter specifying when unwrapped gifts may be picked up in December. Forms must be completed and returned to the Outreach Center on or before November 10th.]
Holiday baskets are offered seasonally, provided through local community support. Programs vary by location; call for information.
[For Thanksgiving 2023:
Applications for Thanksgiving Food Packages must be picked up and completed at local offices; call for dates. (Carroll County: must be returned by November 3rd; Calhoun County: must be returned by November 10th)]
[For Christmas 2023:
(Carroll County) Giving Tree/Toys for Tots forms are available at the Carroll Outreach Office starting October 17th. To be eligible, applicants must have primary custody of the children being signed up, must be a resident of Carroll County, have children ages 14 and under, and be on New Opportunities' programs. If applicant is approved, they will receive a letter specifying when unwrapped gifts may be picked up in December. Forms must be completed and returned to the Outreach Center on or before November 10th.]
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Holiday baskets are offered seasonally, provided through local community support. Programs vary by location; call for information.
[For Thanksgiving 2023:
Applications for Thanksgiving Food Packages must be picked up and completed at local offices; call for dates. (Carroll County: must be returned by November 3rd; Calhoun County: must be returned by November 10th)]
[For Christmas 2023:
(Carroll County) Giving Tree/Toys for Tots forms are available at the Carroll Outreach Office starting October 17th. To be eligible, applicants must have primary custody of the children being signed up, must be a resident of Carroll County, have children ages 14 and under, and be on New Opportunities' programs. If applicant is approved, they will receive a letter specifying when unwrapped gifts may be picked up in December. Forms must be completed and returned to the Outreach Center on or before November 10th.]
Holiday baskets are offered seasonally, provided through local community support. Programs vary by location; call for information.
[For Thanksgiving 2023:
Applications for Thanksgiving Food Packages must be picked up and completed at local offices; call for dates. (Carroll County: must be returned by November 3rd; Calhoun County: must be returned by November 10th)]
[For Christmas 2023:
(Carroll County) Giving Tree/Toys for Tots forms are available at the Carroll Outreach Office starting October 17th. To be eligible, applicants must have primary custody of the children being signed up, must be a resident of Carroll County, have children ages 14 and under, and be on New Opportunities' programs. If applicant is approved, they will receive a letter specifying when unwrapped gifts may be picked up in December. Forms must be completed and returned to the Outreach Center on or before November 10th.]
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Christmas gifts and food in partnership with county partners.
For Christmas 2024:
Holiday Gift and Food Basket applications may be picked up at the SENCA office in Falls City or Humboldt, starting October 28th, 2024. No applications will be accepted after November 15th at 4 pm.
For any questions, call the SENCA office: Humboldt number is (402) 862-2411; Falls City number is (402) 245-5284.
Christmas gifts and food in partnership with county partners.
For Christmas 2024:
Holiday Gift and Food Basket applications may be picked up at the SENCA office in Falls City or Humboldt, starting October 28th, 2024. No applications will be accepted after November 15th at 4 pm.
For any questions, call the SENCA office: Humboldt number is (402) 862-2411; Falls City number is (402) 245-5284.
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THANKSGIVING ASSISTANCE - No assistance 2024
- Decatur County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
- Clarke County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
- Lucas County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
- Monroe County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
- Wayne County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE - Dates to be determined - Call agency for more details
- Decatur County - No program for Christmas 2024.
- Clarke County - No program for Christmas 2024
- Lucas County - No program for Christmas 2024.
- Monroe County - No program for Christmas 2024.
- Wayne County - No program for Christmas 2024.
THANKSGIVING ASSISTANCE - No assistance 2024
- Decatur County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
- Clarke County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
- Lucas County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
- Monroe County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
- Wayne County - No program for Thanksgiving 2024.
CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE - Dates to be determined - Call agency for more details
- Decatur County - No program for Christmas 2024.
- Clarke County - No program for Christmas 2024
- Lucas County - No program for Christmas 2024.
- Monroe County - No program for Christmas 2024.
- Wayne County - No program for Christmas 2024.
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Provides a "Toy Store" for families who are unable to buy Christmas presents for their children due to their economic conditions.
Provides a "Toy Store" for families who are unable to buy Christmas presents for their children due to their economic conditions.
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Provides special meals during the holiday season.
Holiday Families provides support to families during the holidays, in partnership with community organizations.
Details for Thanksgiving 2025 to be determined.
For Thanksgiving/Christmas 2024, Thanksgiving baskets and Christmas gift distribution programs and dates and times vary by location. Families are encouraged to contact their local office for details.
Provides special meals during the holiday season.
Holiday Families provides support to families during the holidays, in partnership with community organizations.
Details for Thanksgiving 2025 to be determined.
For Thanksgiving/Christmas 2024, Thanksgiving baskets and Christmas gift distribution programs and dates and times vary by location. Families are encouraged to contact their local office for details.
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Collects toys and distributes them to needy families. Children ages 0-14 are eligible.
2024 Application dates:
Opens September 16, 2024. Applications have closed as of December 03, 2024.
Families may apply online at https://omaha-ne.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/local-toy-request-single-form.aspx
Application Response Dates:
Campaign begins reviewing and responding to applications on October 20, 2024, and will complete review and response on December 6, 2024.
Applicants must bring the following with them when applying:
-- Proof of residency: current utility or phone bill, letter from Health and Human Services, vehicle registration or driver's license
-- Proof of children: children's birth certificates or current Medicaid card and Social Security card
-- Proof of household income: pay stub for the last 30 days, current Medicaid letter, current food stamp card or current ADC eligibility letter.
Distribution of toys starts 11/6/2024. (Approved applicants will be notified of specific distribution dates and locations; check website for additional distribution details.)
Distribution End Date: 12/12/2024.
Agencies accepting applications are listed at https://omaha-ne.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/request-toys.aspx
To apply to host a Toys for Tots drop box, visit the website or apply online at https://omaha-ne.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/local-toy-drop-form.aspx
Drop boxes may be picked up at 5808 North 30th Street, Omaha, or email [email protected]
Collects toys and distributes them to needy families. Children ages 0-14 are eligible.
2024 Application dates:
Opens September 16, 2024. Applications have closed as of December 03, 2024.
Families may apply online at https://omaha-ne.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/local-toy-request-single-form.aspx
Application Response Dates:
Campaign begins reviewing and responding to applications on October 20, 2024, and will complete review and response on December 6, 2024.
Applicants must bring the following with them when applying:
-- Proof of residency: current utility or phone bill, letter from Health and Human Services, vehicle registration or driver's license
-- Proof of children: children's birth certificates or current Medicaid card and Social Security card
-- Proof of household income: pay stub for the last 30 days, current Medicaid letter, current food stamp card or current ADC eligibility letter.
Distribution of toys starts 11/6/2024. (Approved applicants will be notified of specific distribution dates and locations; check website for additional distribution details.)
Distribution End Date: 12/12/2024.
Agencies accepting applications are listed at https://omaha-ne.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/request-toys.aspx
To apply to host a Toys for Tots drop box, visit the website or apply online at https://omaha-ne.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/local-toy-drop-form.aspx
Drop boxes may be picked up at 5808 North 30th Street, Omaha, or email [email protected]
Annual Christmas Party in December at the Bettendorf Community Center for all special-needs populations.
Scholarships of up to $250 annually for individuals with intellectual delay for leisure activities.
Referrals to community resources.
Annual Christmas Party in December at the Bettendorf Community Center for all special-needs populations.
Scholarships of up to $250 annually for individuals with intellectual delay for leisure activities.
Referrals to community resources.
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Provides a Christmas Eve dinner from 12 pm-2 pm to persons in need. Sign-up begin December 1 2024, and continues until the event is full. Please call the church or email Lu to register.
Delivery is available to ONLY Cedar Rapid residents who are housebound. Must provide address. Deliveries will be made on December 24, 2024, (11 am-1 pm) Call the church to register.
Provides a Christmas Eve dinner from 12 pm-2 pm to persons in need. Sign-up begin December 1 2024, and continues until the event is full. Please call the church or email Lu to register.
Delivery is available to ONLY Cedar Rapid residents who are housebound. Must provide address. Deliveries will be made on December 24, 2024, (11 am-1 pm) Call the church to register.
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Provides food for the entire family at Christmas time and toys for younger children in the family.
Provides food for the entire family at Christmas time and toys for younger children in the family.
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Benton County Angel Tree provides holiday assistance for Benton County residents infant to age 14. Registrants may call Macey Stout to set up an appointment at (319) 721-6675. Registration runs Oct 28 - Nov 25, 2024.
Benton County Angel Tree provides holiday assistance for Benton County residents infant to age 14. Registrants may call Macey Stout to set up an appointment at (319) 721-6675. Registration runs Oct 28 - Nov 25, 2024.
Solicits monetary donations to purchase specifically requested toys for less fortunate children in Lincoln, Nebraska, ages 1-13 for Christmas.
Works with social service agencies in Lincoln, Nebraska to qualify families.
The National Guard provides volunteers to help sort applications and distribute toys.
Solicits monetary donations to purchase specifically requested toys for less fortunate children in Lincoln, Nebraska, ages 1-13 for Christmas.
Works with social service agencies in Lincoln, Nebraska to qualify families.
The National Guard provides volunteers to help sort applications and distribute toys.
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Food pantry with dry goods, meat, dairy, etc. May be able to accommodate other needs.
Offers Thanksgiving food boxes, available on a first come, first served basis.
Food pantry with dry goods, meat, dairy, etc. May be able to accommodate other needs.
Offers Thanksgiving food boxes, available on a first come, first served basis.
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Offers seasonal services, including:
- Holiday food baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas, with gift cards for turkey
- Holiday toys and gifts as supplies last
- Easter baskets for youth
- Back-to-school supplies and backpacks for students in August
Offers seasonal services, including:
- Holiday food baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas, with gift cards for turkey
- Holiday toys and gifts as supplies last
- Easter baskets for youth
- Back-to-school supplies and backpacks for students in August
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Christmas gifts and food in partnership with county partners.
For Christmas 2024:
Holiday Gift and Food Basket applications may be picked up at the SENCA office in Falls City or Humboldt, starting October 28th, 2024. No applications will be accepted after November 15th at 4 pm.
For any questions, call the SENCA office: Humboldt number is (402) 862-2411; Falls City number is (402) 245-5284.
Christmas gifts and food in partnership with county partners.
For Christmas 2024:
Holiday Gift and Food Basket applications may be picked up at the SENCA office in Falls City or Humboldt, starting October 28th, 2024. No applications will be accepted after November 15th at 4 pm.
For any questions, call the SENCA office: Humboldt number is (402) 862-2411; Falls City number is (402) 245-5284.
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