We provide families with the opportunity to “shop” in our Christmas store. They use points to shop and are able to get items for themselves and their family for Christmas. We have household items, clothes and toys. They also receive hygiene products, a food gift card and stocking stuffer items.
Who we Help:
In 2022 we served 870 people
We help families who have accessed our services throughout the year such as: Home Repair, Emergency Assistance & Career Readiness.
Other organizations: Women’s Drug Rehab, a non-profit who serves adults with special needs & chronically homeless people, Fire Departments, Nursing Homes and pre-school classes.
What they do to be a part of the program:
Year one – no requirements
Year two – participate in 8 out of 11 classes offered at the mission
Year three – volunteer at the mission for 12 hours
Year four – take our 12-lesson Faith and Finances Course
Why we do it this way:
If they are doing things to earn these gifts, then they are the ones providing gifts for their children and they get the joy of giving to their families. This preserves their dignity and helps them to be able to provide.
How You Can Help
Send monetary donations to provide vouchers for Christmas dinner.
$30 feeds a family of 1 or 2
$45 feeds a family of 3 or 4
$60 feeds a family of 5 or above
Send gift items for the Christmas Store
Current Gift Needs
Household items
Small Kitchen Appliances
Dishtowels/ cloths
Bath towels/ cloths
Dishes
Glasses
Mixing Bowls
Cookware
Kitchen Utensils/Flatware
Pillows, Sheets, Bedding
Women’s Items
Clothing in all sizes with emphasis on large and above
Socks / Underwear/Bras
Shoes
Makeup/ lotion/ perfume
Gift sets
Hair dryers/ curling iron
Purses/ pocket books
Wall Decorations
Men’s Items
Clothing in all sizes with emphasis on large and above