Holiday program offering shoes, mittens, hats and socks for children.
For Christmas 2024:
Registration is open as of October 25 for the Shoe and Mitten Party. The event is held Saturday, December 7th, between 9 am and 1 pm. Location is 3100 West 4th Street, Sioux City.
Offers shoes, mittens, hats and socks for children in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Registrations are on a first come, first served basis.
Applicants may register online at www.goodwillgreatplains.org/siouxcity
To volunteer, sign up online at www.goodwillgreatplains.org/siouxcityvolunteers
Holiday program offering shoes, mittens, hats and socks for children.
For Christmas 2024:
Registration is open as of October 25 for the Shoe and Mitten Party. The event is held Saturday, December 7th, between 9 am and 1 pm. Location is 3100 West 4th Street, Sioux City.
Offers shoes, mittens, hats and socks for children in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Registrations are on a first come, first served basis.
Applicants may register online at www.goodwillgreatplains.org/siouxcity
To volunteer, sign up online at www.goodwillgreatplains.org/siouxcityvolunteers
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Visit the website for counties and agencies participating in local holiday assistance programs.
Visit the website for counties and agencies participating in local holiday assistance programs.
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Thanksgiving Food Baskets - Applications accepted Oct 15-Nov 14, 2024. Distribution is Nov 21, drive through 9 am-10 am.
Kids Christmas applications accepted Oct 15-Dec 5, 2024. Distribution date is Dec 20, 2024.
Christmas Food Basket - Applications accepted Oct 15-Dec 12, 2024. Distribution date is Dec 20, 2024.
Thanksgiving Food Baskets - Applications accepted Oct 15-Nov 14, 2024. Distribution is Nov 21, drive through 9 am-10 am.
Kids Christmas applications accepted Oct 15-Dec 5, 2024. Distribution date is Dec 20, 2024.
Christmas Food Basket - Applications accepted Oct 15-Dec 12, 2024. Distribution date is Dec 20, 2024.
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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 food for families and toys for children ages 12 and under.
For Christmas 2024:
Parents visit the Salvation Army in Hastings to sign up their families to receive toys and food. Signup starts Monday, November 4th, and continues through Friday, November 22nd, from 11 am-3 pm.
Applicant must call to make an appointment or sign up online at www.saangeltree.org
Bring photo ID, proof of address, proof of guardianship of children, and gift suggestions, as well as clothing sizes for the children.
Christmas food for families and toys for children ages 12 and under.
For Christmas 2024:
Parents visit the Salvation Army in Hastings to sign up their families to receive toys and food. Signup starts Monday, November 4th, and continues through Friday, November 22nd, from 11 am-3 pm.
Applicant must call to make an appointment or sign up online at www.saangeltree.org
Bring photo ID, proof of address, proof of guardianship of children, and gift suggestions, as well as clothing sizes for the children.
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Provides either a Thanksgiving Basket or a Christmas Basket to families in need during the holiday season.
Provides either a Thanksgiving Basket or a Christmas Basket to families in need during the holiday season.
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Volunteers, community groups and local businesses donate materials, food, toys and skills for seasonal holiday projects for low-income families. Provides food packages and allowances to purchase clothes, shoes, coats, and household goods.
Projects vary annually and by county office. Community members may contact their county BVCA office for details about local holiday programs.
Volunteers, community groups and local businesses donate materials, food, toys and skills for seasonal holiday projects for low-income families. Provides food packages and allowances to purchase clothes, shoes, coats, and household goods.
Projects vary annually and by county office. Community members may contact their county BVCA office for details about local holiday programs.
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Food pantry.
Giving Tree provides Christmas presents for children.
For Christmas 2024, Giving Tree registration forms are available at the pantry starting Mon, Oct 7. Same-day application at the pantry is preferred. Deadline to submit forms is Wed, Nov 20.
Food pantry.
Giving Tree provides Christmas presents for children.
For Christmas 2024, Giving Tree registration forms are available at the pantry starting Mon, Oct 7. Same-day application at the pantry is preferred. Deadline to submit forms is Wed, Nov 20.
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Holiday Adoption program.
For Christmas 2024, the deadline to apply is December 1st.
This program is especially designed to help families who are facing financial hardships and are unable to afford a Christmas dinner or new toys and warm clothing for their children. The Holiday Adoption Program hopes to address the needs of low-income children and families during the holidays and winter season.
Holiday Adoption program.
For Christmas 2024, the deadline to apply is December 1st.
This program is especially designed to help families who are facing financial hardships and are unable to afford a Christmas dinner or new toys and warm clothing for their children. The Holiday Adoption Program hopes to address the needs of low-income children and families during the holidays and winter season.
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Thanksgiving and Christmas food baskets are distributed, as well as an Adopt a Family program.
2025 Signups will be available on the website October 11 through November 1, 2025.
Thanksgiving and Christmas food baskets are distributed, as well as an Adopt a Family program.
2025 Signups will be available on the website October 11 through November 1, 2025.
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Holiday assistance for 2024 includes Thanksgiving baskets and Christmas gifts (for children up to age 18). Baskets are distributed via the Adams County Matura Action Corporation.
THANKSGIVING BASKETS: Complete an application between Oct 2-Nov 2, 2024.
CHRISTMAS GIFTS: Applications are taken from Oct 30-November 30, 2024.
Holiday assistance for 2024 includes Thanksgiving baskets and Christmas gifts (for children up to age 18). Baskets are distributed via the Adams County Matura Action Corporation.
THANKSGIVING BASKETS: Complete an application between Oct 2-Nov 2, 2024.
CHRISTMAS GIFTS: Applications are taken from Oct 30-November 30, 2024.
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Offers a Toys for Tots sign up through the Church. Child must be 14 years old or under to participate. Can only sign up once for Toys for Tots. Sign up begins October 24, 2024 and stops December 6, 2024. Toy pick up is Dec 21, 2024, 9 am-8 pm.
**It's A Family Affair Event is the same day as the toy pick up. Event is open to anyone - see separate program listing for more details.
Offers a Toys for Tots sign up through the Church. Child must be 14 years old or under to participate. Can only sign up once for Toys for Tots. Sign up begins October 24, 2024 and stops December 6, 2024. Toy pick up is Dec 21, 2024, 9 am-8 pm.
**It's A Family Affair Event is the same day as the toy pick up. Event is open to anyone - see separate program listing for more details.
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Grants special requests to individuals in the Lincoln community.
For Christmas 2024, submit nominations on behalf of friends and family who are in need and/or deserve a special favor. 10 families or individuals will be chosen, and wishes will be granted in December.
Application forms available online only. The deadline is November 15th, 2024.
Grants special requests to individuals in the Lincoln community.
For Christmas 2024, submit nominations on behalf of friends and family who are in need and/or deserve a special favor. 10 families or individuals will be chosen, and wishes will be granted in December.
Application forms available online only. The deadline is November 15th, 2024.
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Community dinner on Thanksgiving Day, usually 11 am-1 pm. Call for information.
Christmas 2024 information to be determined.
[For Christmas 2023:
Sign up for Christmas food boxes and toys for children starts October 24th. Visit the Salvation Army at 120 South 7th Street. Applicants must bring driver's license and proof of children in their home (insurance cards, Medicaid Cards, school IDs).
Christmas food baskets available 4-5 days before Christmas.]
Community dinner on Thanksgiving Day, usually 11 am-1 pm. Call for information.
Christmas 2024 information to be determined.
[For Christmas 2023:
Sign up for Christmas food boxes and toys for children starts October 24th. Visit the Salvation Army at 120 South 7th Street. Applicants must bring driver's license and proof of children in their home (insurance cards, Medicaid Cards, school IDs).
Christmas food baskets available 4-5 days before Christmas.]
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Seasonal assistance includes gifts for children and food boxes for families or individuals.
Christmas Assistance 2024 sign-up/intake:
In-person appointments for sign-up are Oct 15-16.
Online applications close Nov 14. Website is www.saangeltree.org
ID needed for every adult in the household, birth certificates for every child in the household, proof of address, proof of income, proof of monthly expenses, suggestions for children's gift ideas (wants, needs, clothing sizes).
For Dodge and Burt County residents only.
Contact Salvation Army for any holiday assistance programs provided after October.
Seasonal assistance includes gifts for children and food boxes for families or individuals.
Christmas Assistance 2024 sign-up/intake:
In-person appointments for sign-up are Oct 15-16.
Online applications close Nov 14. Website is www.saangeltree.org
ID needed for every adult in the household, birth certificates for every child in the household, proof of address, proof of income, proof of monthly expenses, suggestions for children's gift ideas (wants, needs, clothing sizes).
For Dodge and Burt County residents only.
Contact Salvation Army for any holiday assistance programs provided after October.
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Toy Shop offers new gifts to children ages newborn-12 years old, shortly before Christmas every year. When funds allow, gift cards will be given to each family to purchase food for a holiday meal, or we provide food items such as a ham or turkey and canned goods.
Apply using the QR code on the Facebook page from Oct 7-Dec 6, 2024.
Toy Shop offers new gifts to children ages newborn-12 years old, shortly before Christmas every year. When funds allow, gift cards will be given to each family to purchase food for a holiday meal, or we provide food items such as a ham or turkey and canned goods.
Apply using the QR code on the Facebook page from Oct 7-Dec 6, 2024.
Christmas Food Box with a complete family dinner and a toy for children 17 or under.
For Christmas 2024, applicants are encouraged to call or visit their local Salvation Army office for details.
Christmas Food Box with a complete family dinner and a toy for children 17 or under.
For Christmas 2024, applicants are encouraged to call or visit their local Salvation Army office for details.
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For Christmas 2025:
Holiday event which provides treats, activities, and presents to Quad Cities-area children and their parents.
Provides wrapped holiday gifts for Quad Cities-area children every December; visit the website for details.
For Christmas 2025:
Holiday event which provides treats, activities, and presents to Quad Cities-area children and their parents.
Provides wrapped holiday gifts for Quad Cities-area children every December; visit the website for details.
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For Christmas 2023, a toy giveaway is being held Wednesday, December 13th, from 4 pm-6 pm at the First Presbyterian Church: 114 6th Avenue NW in Independence. Offers 2 gifts per child and stocking stuffers (as available). No late giveaways.
Households being adopted for Christmas through another agency, school, church, etc, are not eligible.
Proof of Buchanan County residency (utility bill, etc.) and valid driver's license/ID are required.
Donations to support Operation Santa Claus can be mailed to:
INDEPENDENCE FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES 4544 OPERATION SANTA CLAUS
Don Mumm
310 Ridgeview Dr. SE
Independence, IA 50644.
For Christmas 2023, a toy giveaway is being held Wednesday, December 13th, from 4 pm-6 pm at the First Presbyterian Church: 114 6th Avenue NW in Independence. Offers 2 gifts per child and stocking stuffers (as available). No late giveaways.
Households being adopted for Christmas through another agency, school, church, etc, are not eligible.
Proof of Buchanan County residency (utility bill, etc.) and valid driver's license/ID are required.
Donations to support Operation Santa Claus can be mailed to:
INDEPENDENCE FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES 4544 OPERATION SANTA CLAUS
Don Mumm
310 Ridgeview Dr. SE
Independence, IA 50644.
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Offer Christmas Baskets. Sign-ups are Nov 6, 2024 to Dec 11, 2024. Baskets need to be picked up at the pantry either Dec 18th or Dec 23rd., 2024.
Coordinates Angel Tree for adults and children every year for the Christmas holiday. Come in to the food pantry to register from November 6, 2024, through December 11, 2024. Must be resident of the cities of Slater or Sheldahl.
Offer Christmas Baskets. Sign-ups are Nov 6, 2024 to Dec 11, 2024. Baskets need to be picked up at the pantry either Dec 18th or Dec 23rd., 2024.
Coordinates Angel Tree for adults and children every year for the Christmas holiday. Come in to the food pantry to register from November 6, 2024, through December 11, 2024. Must be resident of the cities of Slater or Sheldahl.
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.
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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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