YOU can help empower Columbus families during the winter season through our Holiday Joy! program.
The holiday season can be a challenging time for many. But imagine the added stress of also trying to manage a housing or financial crisis. HFF families and staff work diligently to shield Columbus families and children from eviction, from entering a shelter, and especially from becoming homeless. During the winter months, we help alleviate financial stress associated with the holiday season for all our families, regardless of their beliefs or religious affiliations.
Make a difference this holiday season by:
Sponsoring a Family: Family Sponsors receive a holiday wish list that includes a child's top 3 items and a few of their interests. You complete the shopping for the child (family) and deliver the unwrapped gifts to our designated drop-off location. HFF volunteers wrap the gifts and deliver them to our families. The estimated cost of sponsoring one child is typically $75-$150. Click here to register to sign up by October 31st to be a family sponsor. Please plan to drop off gifts by December 1st.
Hosting a Toy Drive: Our Holiday Joy! program provides HFF program families with the opportunity to select age-appropriate toys and gifts for their children. We need Central Ohio companies, organizations, groups, and families to help us fill our office with gifts for children of all ages. Click here to register your Holiday Toy Drive. Please plan to deliver your toys by December 8th.
Volunteering: Individuals and small groups are needed onsite to assist with Holiday Joy! on weekdays, December 2nd - 18th, as gift sorter/organizers, car loaders, gift wrappers and greeters! Click here to find volunteer opportunities.
Monetary Donations: Always needed, always meaningful. Donations are applied to the areas of greatest need to help support our families. Click here to donate.
To learn more about these Holiday opportunities, or to arrange a drop-off, contact Jeanette Moore at jmoore@homeforfamilies.org.
