A huge thank-you to our donors, volunteers, and advocates for being the difference this year. All family packages have been received and delivered. We look forward to working with you again in 2012.
As our days grow shorter, many of us shift our thoughts to sharing the joy of the holiday season.
Unfortunately, an unprecedented number of local families are struggling with poverty, disabilities, abandonment, or severe economic strain and the holidays can be a worrisome time.
These families struggle to meet their basic needs and may go without enough food and warm clothing, let alone toys or other holiday gifts.
Where do I drop off my Gifts? View Warehouse Location.
We invite you to join us in making the holidays brighter for a family in need.
Ways to Help a Family in Need
ADOPT A FAMILY
Businesses, individuals, and families can adopt a family of any size. Adopters are asked to provide family packages which include food gift certificates, clothing for the family, a gift for each child, and household items like blankets, towels, or sheets.
TAKE A STAR
Do you only have time to get one gift? Simply pick up a star from our participating local businesses, purchase the gift, and return it to the business. Stars are now available at participating Wells Fargo Branches throughout Santa Cruz County. View Locations
DONATE GIFT CERTIFICATES
Gift certificates from any grocery store, shoe store, bookstore or department store let our families choose exactly what they need for the holidays. This season due to current economic strains we have a large number of teens to be adopted and teens in particular, appreciate movie passes, certificates from music stores or clothing store certificates. Certificates can be dropped off at the Santa Cruz or Watsonville Office.
SIGN UP AS ELVES
Click here to view the list of volunteer opportunities available to support the project.
PURCHASE A GIFT FROM OUR WISHLIST
For a quick and easy way to purchase an item click the amazon button below to visit our wishlist:
