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Christmas Blessings: Where to Get Nonprofit Help for Your Family

By Kim Linton, published Nov 23, 2007
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This holiday season many people will not be able to provide a warm dinner or gifts for their family. We have all probably had times when we just didn't know how we were going to make it happen. Fortunately, there are numerous organizations and groups that can help.

Many local churches and schools collect food and clothing for the poor, provide Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, and even give Christmas presents to children.

Social service organizations also provide assistance for the holidays. If you are already in the system for various social welfare programs, ask your caseworker to put your name on their approved list of Christmas charity recipients.

It is very important for you to start looking for help as soon as possible. Most of the resources available through these organizations are distributed quickly.

Check your local paper, the library, and even Craig's List for announcements for events that are being held in your area. Many events such as free dinners and winter coat distribution programs will be happening throughout the holiday season.

Here is a list of a few organizations that offer Christmas assistance to those in need:

Toys for Tots
Toys for Tots is a program that is sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps which gives brand new gifts to children. The toys are usually distributed December 23 and 24. You can request toys on their website.

Salvation Army
The Salvation Army has always been a tremendous help to those in need during the holidays. They offer programs such as Thanksgiving Meal Delivery, Adopt-A-Family, Dress-A-Child, Toy & Joy Store, Christmas Food Distribution, and many more. You can find the location nearest to you on their website.

Project Angel Tree
Project Angel Tree, in conjunction with Chuck Colson's Prison Fellowship Ministry and local churches, gives new gifts to children whose parents are in jail.

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Great stuff!

Posted on 03/02/2008 at 7:03:33 PM

 
This is a wonderful piece of information. I hope that those who read it and know of someone, will share. It should be the holiday in everyone's heart throughout the year. Thank you for writing this.

Posted on 02/05/2008 at 12:02:20 PM

 
You come up with some excellent topics. Very useful information.

Posted on 01/11/2008 at 12:01:58 PM

 
Great work, Kim.

Posted on 12/13/2007 at 9:12:02 AM

 
Kudos for an article that can help the need!

Posted on 12/12/2007 at 9:12:27 PM

 
I enjoyed your article and I even contacted one of the places for Christmas help. Thanks!

Posted on 12/07/2007 at 6:12:00 PM

 
Great resource!

Posted on 12/04/2007 at 5:12:00 AM

 
A very good article for those that need a little extra help.

Posted on 11/29/2007 at 1:11:00 PM

 
Great list for those who need it!

Posted on 11/28/2007 at 4:11:00 AM

 
I commend you for such a helpful article that will hopefully reach those in need or be a reminder for those who want to help others to know where they can make donations.

Posted on 11/27/2007 at 9:11:00 PM

 
terrific and most needed information...many thanks

Posted on 11/27/2007 at 9:11:00 AM

 
terrific and most needed information...many thanks

Posted on 11/27/2007 at 9:11:00 AM

 
Great article! Thanks for sharing this!

Posted on 11/26/2007 at 5:11:00 PM

 
Excellent resources. This should help many people know what is available.

Posted on 11/26/2007 at 3:11:00 PM

 
Very helpful list. Great article.

Posted on 11/26/2007 at 1:11:00 PM

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