You did it!
Thousands of children on the Virginia Peninsula experienced the joy and comfort of the holidays because of your donations to the Children’s Holiday Fund.
Your gifts helped hundreds of families in crisis create magical holiday memories they will treasure forever.
Here are just a few examples of the holiday wishes your donations granted:
PANTRY SUPPLIES
Food favorites and pantry staples were distributed to sustain families through the entire holiday school vacation. 
HOLIDAY GIFT BASKETS
Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets were provided to families at risk as well as families experiencing homelessness over the holidays. 
FAMILY HOLIDAY GALA
A celebration of families who stayed together because of their hard work in overcoming obstacles and adversity were rewarded at this special event. |
WISH LIST PRESENTS
Clothes and toys were provided to kids who had not been adopted through the Angel Tree program. "Thank you so much for the help I received for Christmas. My son was set for heart surgery after Christmas. With knowing this he was down. I didn't have much to give him and the other kids but thanks to the Children's Holiday Fund, I made him and my other kids happy on Christmas Day. 
GIFT CARDS
Families were provided gift cards to shop for their holiday needs such as clothing, food and toys. |
STUFFED STOCKINGS & GIFT BAGS
Teens healing during the holidays at a local care facility were each provided special holiday stockings and giftbags stuffed with safe activities, holiday treats and warm winter essentials. 
TURKEYS & HAMS
Holiday staples for family meals were provided to ensure Peninsula families in need could enjoy this holiday tradition. 
TOYS
Toys, clothing and baby supplies were distributed to children throughout the Peninsula. |
GIRLS HOLIDAY WINTER RETREAT
A retreat was funded for girls to raise self awareness and help identify their interest and strengths. Workshop topics included self-awareness,
self-management, making and sustaining positive relationships, and making responsible decisions.
A retreat was funded for girls to raise self awareness and help identify their interest and strengths. Workshop topics included self-awareness,
self-management, making and sustaining positive relationships, and making responsible decisions.
THANKs to our PARTNERS for another successful holiday season!
