Holiday Gifts/Toys

Community Outreach Group

Clothing Distribution Party

Offers ONE DAY ONLY event known as the “Clothing Distribution Party” to share clothing, lunch and snacks, and children's toys. Volunteers collect items throughout the year and on the First Saturday in December, distribution of everything occurs. Not able to share any clothing or toys individually. There are no other distribution opportunities except for that which is offered at the Clothing Distribution Party.

453 West 16th Street
Erie, PA 16502

Eligibility: Men, women, and children in need of coats, clothing, toys, and food.

Hours: Saturday, December 3rd, 2022, 10:00am to 2:00pm

Community Reach

Food Pantry

Operates a Choice Food Pantry. Offers clothes, toys, school supplies, and other basic needs. Provides Information and Referral by directing clients to available agencies and resources for assistance according to the need. Offers Life Skills Training and emergency assistance. Accepts donations.

15 First Avenue
Red Lion, PA 17356

Eligibility: County residents

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 2:00pm - By appointment only

Ephrata Area Social Services

Holiday Exchange Program

Coordinates the exchange of gifts in the Ephrata and Cocalico region. Churches, businesses, organizations, and individuals donate gifts to families who have signed up for the program.

227 North State Street
Ephrata, PA 17522

Eligibility: Families with children ages 16 and under that are in need of some additional assistance at the holidays; Anyone interested in adopting a family please contact Ephrata Area Social Services.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Families First

Adopt-a-Family Giving Program

Adopt-a-Family Giving Program connects groups, families or churches with families in need to provide gifts and food for holidays.

1620 Teels Road
Pen Argyl, PA 18072

Eligibility: Individuals and families residing within the Pen Argyl School District; Ages newborn-16 years

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm; Evenings by appointment

Family Services Incorporated

Pop up Christmas

This program helps nominated families in need of Christmas help due to financial struggles, tragedy, and other life events.

2700 Eighth Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602

Eligibility: Blair county families with children between the ages 1-10. Some exceptions can be made though based on situation.

First Presbyterian Church of York

The Caring Ministry

Provides food, process applications for Columbia Gas CAP program andDollar Energy Fund, bus passes, prescription assistance ($50 every 6 months on select medications), employment searches and resume writing, back to school supplies, and Christmas hospitality program (food and gifts).

225 East Market Street
York, PA 17403

Eligibility: County residents in need

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 3:00pm

Friend Inc. Community Services

Christmas Assistance Program

Provides Christmas food box and Christmas gifts for kids to registered pantry clients.

658D Noble Street
Kutztown, PA 19530

Eligibility: Anyone at or under 150% of poverty

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 1:00pm (afternoons by appointment only)

Friends of the Poor

Christmas Gifts for Kids

Friends of the Poor, Catholic Social Services and Catherine McAuley Center partner to distribute gifts to families in need at Christmas

1505 University Avenue
Marywood University
Dunmore, PA 18509

Eligibility: Serves Lackawanna county families Provides a toy for children 0 to 12 years.

Hours: November Registration now opened until 750 families have registered.

Full Gospel Evangelistic Ministry of Harrisburg

Family Education and Support

Family Education/Training, Bible Teaching, Toys For Tots, Pastoral Counseling; Christian Counseling, Domestic Violence Counseling and Support.

3405 North 6th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110

Eligibility: Residents of Inner-City Harrisburg and Surrounding Areas

Hours: As scheduled: Bible Study and Prayer - Wednesday, 7:00pm; All other Services as Scheduled or Announced

Grace Lutheran Church

Toys for Tots

Hosting Sign Ups for Marine Corps Toy for Tots program.
Providing toys and one clothing outfit per child.

1601 Walnut Street
Jersey Shore, PA 17740

Eligibility: Must be parent or legal guardian of child(children). Toys for children ages 1 through 12 years. Serves: Lycoming (Linden, Jersey Shore, Nippenose Valley, Waterville, Cammal, Slate Run), Clinton (Avis, Woolrich, Lockhaven, McElhattan, Flemington).

Hours: Seasonal Program, October and November sign up for December Distribution,

Greater Pittston Santa Squad

Santa Squad

Helps to ensure every child in the service area has toys under the tree on Christmas Morning with the support of friends, football and the generosity of local businesses/residents. Provides minimum of 3 toys per eligible child.

Eligibility: ONLY for low income families with children up to 16 years of age who reside in the Wyoming Area or Pittston Area School District.

Hours: Registration Dates vary, email or visit facebook page for information.

Halifax United Methodist Church

Food Ministry

Provides meats, cereal, pasta, etc. three times a month. Offers breads and pastries are given on an as needed basis, ham is given to each family at Easter, food basket with a turkey, and gifts for younger children is given at Christmas.

105 Wind Hill Drive
Halifax, PA 17032

Eligibility: Must sign a Self-Declaration of need form from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Must provide a form of ID such as a drivers license and a utility bill to verify address.

Hours: Office hours: Monday through Thurday, 9:00am to 4:00pm; Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm

Indiana County Community Action Program

Angel Wings

Annual Christmas gift program

827 Water Street
Indiana, PA 15701

Eligibility: Family's income must fall within the 150% Poverty Guidelines.

Hours: 9:00am to noon and 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Interfaith Friends Wyoming County

Christmas Bureau

Christmas Bureau, Adopt a Family Program, providing Christmas food and toys.

57 East Tioga Street
Tunkhannock, PA 18657

Eligibility: Wyoming County residents only deemed eligible per Income and residency guidelines.

Hours: Seasonal Program. Office hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

(570) 836-2428

Join Hands Ministry

Family Support Services

Provides limited direct financial assistance, financial planning, emergency heat response, automobile repair, furniture/household items/appliances/clothing/toiletries, back to school and holiday assistance, counseling/guidance, and life skill support. Coordinates medical transportation. Offers volunteer opportunities.

51 South Church Street
New Bloomfield , PA 17068

Eligibility: Residents

Hours: Monday, 9:00am to 6:00pm; Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00am to 1:00;
Friday through Sunday, Closed

Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund

Holiday Adopt-a-Family Program - 2022

Assists families of children with special healthcare needs, fill a wish list of holiday gifts and gift cards. Each family with a child or children cared for at or attending participating medical facilities/agencies is matched with a sponsor from the community.

Participating Medical Facilities/Agencies must be willing to pick up their gifts for families and/or gift cards.

580 Virginia Drive
Suite 110
Fort Washington, PA 19034

Eligibility: Children diagnosed with illness or disability

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund

Memorial Fund for Families of Children with Disabilities and Health Conditions

Provides funds to families caring for an ill or disabled child to cover uninsured yet vital expenses such as electric bills, adaptive equipment, gas, water, transportation, and disease-related therapies and camps. Also medical costs not covered by insurance.

580 Virginia Drive
Suite 110
Fort Washington, PA 19034

Eligibility:
Families with children under the ages 0 to 18 who have an illness or disability

Families with children age 19+ if the child is completely dependent on others for care

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Keystone Military Families

Assistance and Support

Assists deployed troops, veterans, and military families through a variety of programs including a pantry with food, clothing, household items, and cleaning supplies; the collection of monetary donations and items to include in care packages; holiday and birthday gifts for children of deployed troops; and limited emergency assistance.

331 Main Street
Shoemakersville, PA 19555

Eligibility: To Donate: No limitations or restrictions
To Receive: Currently deployed troops, veterans, and military families

Hours: Wednesday and Saturday, 10:00am to 1:00pm

Kindness by CHAD

Community Giveaways

Receives items donation from the community, share items on Facebook for anyone to claim. Some items, not limited to and changes daily: clothings, toys, baby supplies, grooming products, food etc.

Eligibility: Anyone

Hours: Arrange pick up time via Facebook page

LeMoyne Multi-Cultural Community Center

The Spirit of Christmas

"The Spirit of Christmas" celebration features new or gently used gifts for all ages, including toys, clothing, household, and other items based on availability. Must register by TBA date. A meal is served as part of the celebration, along with children's activities, and free gift wrapping.

200 North Forrest Avenue
Washington, PA 15301

Eligibility: Call for information

Hours: Irregular - call for details

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

Toys for Tots

Sign ups for 2022 are now closed
Collects new unwrapped toys and distributes them to less fortunate children at Christmas.
Click here and follow the request a toy form link

A postcard will be mailed in December with information of when and where to pick up the toys. Children are not permitted at distribution. Must have all identification documents at distribution.

Eligibility: Parents or legal guardians who have a child or children up to age 12 years may apply

Hours: No set hours

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

Toys for Tots

Registration sign-ups have closed for 2022
Collects new unwrapped toys and distrubutes them to less fortunate children at Christmas.
Click here for more information

400 Locust Street
Lebanon, PA 17042

Eligibility: Children ages infant to 15 years old

Hours: Seasonal

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

Toys for Tots

Collect new, unwrapped toys during November and December each year and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.

Eligibility: Residents of Schuylkill (Tamaqua area) or Carbon County
Age limit is 14 years, handicapped children 16 years (disability must be specified)

Hours: Friday, December 2, 2022, 10:00am to 1:00pm
Saturday, December 3, 2022, 10:00am to 1:00pm
Friday, December 9, 2022, 10:00am to 1:00pm
Saturday, December 10, 2022, 10:00am to 1:00pm

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

Clinton County Toys for Tots

Collects new, unwrapped toys, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community. Coordinates with local charitable business to register county families that need Christmas assistance.

217 North Jay Street
Lock Haven, PA 17745

Eligibility: Toys for Clinton county children 12 years and under. Grandparents are not eligible unless they have legal custody of the children.

Hours: Applications open October 1st through November 27th. Last collection date December 9th. Distributions December 12th through December 16th.

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

East Stroudsburg Toys for Tots

Collects new, unwrapped toys, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community.

546 FawnRoad
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Eligibility: Toys for Monroe county children, 12 years and under.

Hours: Seasonal October, November, December

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

Susquehanna Valley Toys for Tots

Collects new, unwrapped toys and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community.

841 Railroad Street
Montandon, PA 17850

Eligibility: Toys for children age 12 years and under.

Hours: Seasonal October, November, December

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

Williamsport Toys for Tots

Collects new, unwrapped toys, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community.

507 Cemetery Street
Williamsport, PA 17701

Eligibility: Toys for Lycoming County families with children ages 12 and under.

Hours: Seasonal October, November, December

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

Toys for Tots - Wyoming, PA

Collects new, unwrapped toys and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community.

1118 Wyoming Avenue
Wyoming, PA 18644

Eligibility: Children, age 12 years and under, residing in communites located in these counties: Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga, Wayne, Wyoming

Hours: Seasonal October, November, December

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (South Central)

Toys for Tots Program

Collects and provides holiday toys.

Eligibility: Residents of Adams County and Hanover Area of York County

Hours: Visit website for information

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (South Central)

Toys for Tots Program

Collects and provides holiday toys.

Eligibility: Visit website for information

Hours: Building Hours: October 10, 2022 through December 14, 2022: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 4:00pm to 6:00pm; Registration/Applications: October 3, 2022 to November 23, 2022; Distribution: November 1, 2022 to December 23, 2022

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (South Central)

Toys for Tots Program

Collects and provides holiday toys.

Eligibility: Visit website for information

Hours: Visit website for information

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (South Central)

Toys for Tots Program

Collects and provides holiday toys.

Eligibility: Visit website for information

Hours: Visit website for information

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (South Central)

Toys for Tots Program

Collects and provides holiday toys.

Eligibility:

Residents of Mifflin County
Families with children of any age who are in need

Hours: Visit website for information

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (South Central)

Toys for Tots Program

Collects and provides holiday toys.

Eligibility: Visit website for information

Hours: Visit website for information

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (South Central)

Toys for Tots Program

Collects and provides holiday toys.

Eligibility: County residents

Hours: Visit website for information

Mason-Dixon Community Services

Community Services

Provides food assistance, energy assistance, direct counseling referrals, programs for children/WIC, educational programs, holiday adoptions, Ready2Learn program, and a summer day camp.

5 Pendyrus Street, Suite 2
Delta, PA 17314

Eligibility:

Low-income households
Residents of zip codes 17302, 17309, 17314, 17321, and 17352

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to noon; Monthly 1st Thursday, 5:00pm to 7:00pm; or by appointment.

Northeast Community Center

Holiday Programs

Special programs such as a Thanksgiving Meal (basket) Distribution and Christmas Gift Distribution are offered during the holidays to children and residents who reside in the Marvine-Pembroke low-income housing development.

1161 Fritz Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18017

Eligibility: Residents living in the Marvine-Pembroke low income housing development within the city of Bethlehem

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 4:00pm and select hours on Fridays. COVID-19 may have affected these hours, call to confirm current operating hours.

Northern Tier Helping Hands - Christmas Program

Christmas Aid Program

Program will provide each eligible child with Christmas gifts: toys, winter clothing, socks, shoes, boots, hat, and gloves.

114 Starks Road
Lot 4
Mansfield, PA 16933

Eligibility: Tioga and Bradford County families with children ages 0 thru 12th Grade (18yrs).

Hours: Seasonal: Applications usually starting in August, before November 1.

(570) 439-7692

Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center

Christmas Toy Room - 2022

Clients who are parents are invited to come pick out gifts of new clothing and new toys for their children ages 13 years and younger.

35 North Third Street
Oxford, PA 19363

Eligibility: Families living within the Oxford Area School District

Hours: Business Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Program Hours: Call for information.

People's Pantry at Church Road

Christmas Baskets - 2022

Distributes Christmas baskets to pantry families. Includes turkey, chicken, or lasagna; and traditional side dishes. Also distributes gifts to the children of pantry families.

384 Lancaster Avenue
Malvern, PA 19355

Eligibility: Residents of Great Valley School District and 19355 zip code

Hours: Call for information.

Philadelphia FIGHT

Holiday Toy Drive Party - 2022

Hosts a Holiday Party in partnership with Mercy Worldwide and sponsorship by Orijin Bees. Invites families to join them on December 17 for toys, light refreshments, music, and fun.

Also accepting donations of toys and monetary donations.

1207 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Eligibility: Children must be present to receive toys.

Hours: Saturday, December 17, 2022, 2:00pm to 5:00pm

Play it Forward

Holiday Toy Distribution - 2022

Distributes gently used or new toys, games, electronics, sports equipment, bikes, and movies (DVD only) to families in need.

1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Eligibility: Maximum age for toys is 12.

Hours: Holiday Shopping In Person - Saturday, December 17, 2022. Additional details provided with registration.

Pleasant Valley Ecumenical Network

Angel Tree and Toys for Tots

Angel Tree and Toys for Tots programs help to provide new clothing and toys for children.

2334 Route 209
Sciota, PA 18354

Eligibility:

Toys for Children ages newborn up to and including age 12 years from Chestnuthill, Eldred, Hamilton, Jackson, Ross and Polk Townships in Monroe County.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 11:00am. Angel Tree Sign Ups September 2nd through October 28th; Toys for Tots Sign Ups November 1st through November 30th.
Angel Tree applicants are automatically registered for Toys for Tots.

Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities

Dry Goods

Access to clothing, household items and personal care items, including diapers; holiday program provides toys, school uniform program provides new or gently-used uniforms for students.

57 North Franklin Street
Pottstown, PA 19464

Eligibility: Housing Resource Center Participants

Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 9:30am to 12:30pm.

Respective Solutions Group

Sheetz for the Kids Christmas - 2022

Helps families in need to provide holiday gifts for their children.

948 Ben Franklin Highway
Ebensburg, PA 15931

Eligibility: Income limits apply. Call for details.

Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, 10:00am to 4:00pm

Saint John's Blymire's United Church of Christ

Emmanuel's Closet

Provides food and clothings in the basement of St. Paul's U.C.C.,205 W. Main Street, Dallastown, PA. Offers holiday assistance and school supplies. Seeks volunteers.

Confidential Address

Eligibility: County resident

Hours: Distribution: Saturday, 9:00 am to 12:00pm; Volunteer Time: Monthly 3rd Saturday, 8:30am to 12:15pm

(717) 244-0655

Saint Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church

Christmas Day Meal

Provides a Christmas meal. There will be some toys and clothing available.

839 West Market Street
York, PA 17401

Eligibility: No limitations or restrictions

Hours: December 25, 2022, 11:00am to 3:00pm

Salvation Army

Christmas Assistance Program

Accepts gift/toy donations from Toys for Tots, Angel Trees and individual donors. Distributes items to families at Christmas. Must meet income guidelines. Apply for program in October - see helpful tips for sign-up dates.

Adopt-a-Family program matches donor groups with particularly needy families. Program focuses on working poor and special cases.

144 North Eighth Street
Allentown, PA 18101

Eligibility: * Children 12 years old and younger * Residents of Lehigh County

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 12:00pm and 12:30pm to 4:00pm

Salvation Army

Christmas Assistance Program

Accepts gift/toy donations from Toys for Tots, Angel Trees and individual donors. Distributes items to families at Christmas. Must meet income guidelines. Apply for program in October.

521 Pembroke Road
Bethlehem, PA 18018

Eligibility: Residents of Bethlehem

Hours: By appointment only, call to schedule

Salvation Army

Christmas Assistance Program

- Holiday Food Basket: Distributes food/gifts to families at Christmas. Income guidelines. Apply for assistance in October - call office for dates. 2022 Dates also available on Facebook page.
- Holiday Meal: Distributes cooked meals on Christmas for those who cannot cook.
-Accepts gift/toy donations from Toys for Tots, Angel Trees and individual donors.
Volunteers make holiday visits to nursing homes and hospitals to talk, sing carols and give gifts.

1110 Northampton Street
Easton, PA 18042

Eligibility: Individuals and families must meet income guidelines to qualify for services.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm (Closed 12:00pm to 1:00pm for lunch)

Salvation Army - East Stroudsburg

Christmas Assistance

Christmas program provides a Christmas Food Basket and toys (in conjunction with Toys For Tots) for eligible clients.

226 Washington Street
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Eligibility: Serves families residing in Analomink, Bartonsville, Blakeslee, Broadheadsville, Buck Hill Falls, Canadensis, Cresco,
Delaware Water Gap, East Stroudsburg, Henryville, Long Pond, Marshalls Creek, Minisink Hills, Mount Pocono, Mountainhome, Pocono Lake, Pocono Lake Preserve, Pocono Manor, Pocono Pines, Pocono Summit, Scotrun, Shawanee On Delaware, Skytop, Stroudsburg, Swiftwater, and Tannersville.

Hours: Toy registration by appointment, October 17th through October 21st, 8:00am to 4:00pm
Deadline for registration: November 30th

Salvation Army - Scranton

Christmas Angel Tree Program

Christmas Angel Tree program provides new clothing/shoes and/or toys for children (ages 0 to 12 years)
of eligible families. Also provides a Christmas food basket.

Applications will also be accepted from single people and families without children or children older then 12 years that may need food for Christmas.

500 South Washington Street
Scranton, PA 18505

Eligibility: Eligibility determined by residency and income.
Families who live in Scranton, Dickson City, Dunmore, Moosic, Old Forge, Taylor and Throop with Zip codes:18501, 18502, 18503, 18504, 18505, 18507, 18508, 18509, 18510, 18512, 18515, 18517, 18518, 18519, 18411, 18410, 18414, 18416, 18420, 18653

Hours: Seasonal Program Sign ups starting in October. Call for specific sign updates. Office: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - Altoona Worship and Service Center

Christmas Assistance

Provides Christmas presents to children age 12 and under; Holiday Food help is also available

1813 Sixth Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602

Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00am to 2:00pm

Salvation Army - Beaver Falls Worship and Service Center

Holiday Assistance

Provides Christmas food boxes and gifts for families in need.

414 16th Street
Beaver Falls, PA 15010

Eligibility: Call for information

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - Berwick

Holiday Assistance

ProvidesThanksgiving and Christmas Holiday food distribution and Christmas gifts (toys & clothing) for children.

320 West Second Street
Berwick, PA 18603

Eligibility: Toys for children ages newborn to 12 years of age.
Serves families In The Following Zip Codes: 18603, 18635, 18660; Columbia County, Berwick/Nescopeck School Districts

Hours: Seasonal Program: Sign Up starting in October. For Christmas must sign up by December 16th.

Salvation Army - Bloomsburg

Angel Tree and Holiday Food Program

Provides Angel Tree Christmas gifts for children and Holiday food (Thanksgiving & Christmas).

345 Market Street
Bloomsburg, PA 17815

Eligibility: Residents of zip code 17920,17814,17815,17820,17927,17839,18631,17846,17858,17859,17878, 17888. Christmas gifts for children newborn to 12 yrs of age (as of Christmas Day).

Hours: Sign up dates in September, distribution in November/December.
Office: Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 2:00pm.

Salvation Army - Boyertown

Christmas Assistance Program

Needs based program that provides gifts to children during the holidays. For children between 0-18. Online registration open October 11 through November 11, 2022.

Christmas Eve Event

409 South Reading Avenue
Boyertown, PA 19512

Eligibility: Anyone in need that residing in zip codes 19503, 19504, 19505, 19512, 19518, 19519, 19525, 18056, 19535, 19545, 19547, 19517, 19546, 19547, 19568, 18056

Hours: Office: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00 pm
See description for information on events

Salvation Army - Forest City

Salvation Army- Forest City - Christmas Assistance Program

Provides new clothing and/or toys for children of needy families. Also provides a Christmas food basket.

636 1/2 Main Street
Forest City, PA 18421

Eligibility: Toys/clothing for children up to 12 years. Food baskets for anyone residing in service area. Serves zip codes: 18421, 18413, 18430, 18470, 18820, 18842

Hours: Forest City Service Extension Unit is only staffed part time and individuals must leave a message regarding their need. Someone will return their call at a later time. Call, leave message for call back.

(570) 785-4357

Salvation Army - Greater Philadelphia

Holiday Services - 2022

Provides Christmas baskets and toys for families in need.

701 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Eligibility: Call for information.

Salvation Army - Greensburg Corps

Material Goods and Food Assistance

Emergency Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, rent, and utility expenses. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School, Christmas toy assistance and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available.

131 East Otterman Street
Greensburg, PA 15601

Eligibility: Call for requirements regarding each program. Holiday Program is for children 12 and under.

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 3:00pm

Friday, 9:00am to 2:00pm

Salvation Army - Greenville Worship and Service Center

Food and Financial Assistance

Emergency Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available. Call for holiday programs (toys and food).

288 Main Street
Greenville, PA 16125

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:00am to noon and 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Wednesday, 9:00am to noon

Salvation Army - Hamburg Service Center

Christmas Assistance

Accepting Applications for Angel Tree program.

Sign-up deadline is October 31, 2022

700 South Fourth Street
Suite C
Hamburg, PA 19526

Eligibility: Children newborn up to age 12, and seniors, age 60+ with low income. Based on zip code assigned coverage area, family situation, funds available, and emergency need.

Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - Hazleton Corps

Christmas Toy Assistance

Providing toys for children.

356 Broad Street
Hazleton, PA 18201

Eligibility: Children age 12years and under who reside in the Hazleton, Beaver Meadows, Conyngham, Freeland, Jeddo, McAdoo, Weatherly, West Hazleton, White Haven; the townships of Black Creek, Butler, East Union, Kline, Foster, Hazle, Rush, Sugarloaf.

Hours: 2022 Sign up: October 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 27th, 28th; November 1st, 4:00pm to 7:00pm

Salvation Army - Lebanon

Angel Tree Program

Provides Christmas gift assistance to local families in need.

2022 Registration Dates
Open Now through October 7, 2022
Click here to apply online

1031 Guilford Street
Lebanon, PA 17046

Hours: See description

Salvation Army - Lock Haven

Christmas Assistance

Provides Christmas food and
assists needy families to ensure that children have gifts for the holiday season through programs such as the Angel Tree.

119 East Church Street
Lock Haven, PA 17745

Eligibility: Families residing in Clinton County. Gifts for children, 0 to 12 years.

Hours: Seasonal Program - Call for Sign Ups dates, usually October, Distribution December

Salvation Army - Milton

Christmas Angel Tree Program

Annual Christmas program to assist families to provide gifts for their children.

30 Center Street
Milton, PA 17847

Eligibility: Gifts for children, 12 years of age and younger. Serves Milton, Lewisburg, Mifflinburg and Warrior Run School Districts.

Hours: Sign ups typically take place in October, early November; check with the office to find current dates and times for sign-ups.
Regular office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 2:00pm.

Salvation Army - Reading

Christmas Assistance Program

Provides Holiday assistance through:
- Angel Tree: Provides Winter clothing and gifts for children ages birth to 12 years. Gifts are purchased by individuals in the community. Families sign-up throughout October during a face-to-face interview.
- Angel Tree Senior and Veterans: Provides seniors and veterans with small needs that they may have.
- Adopt-a-Family: Families are identified and sent to local agencies and groups wishing to meet the needs of the family beyond toys for the children for Christmas.

301 South Fifth Street
Reading, PA 19602

Eligibility: Contact receptionist for information regarding specific eligibility requirements. Christmas Assistance is a need-based program. Eligibility is not based on income alone.

Hours: 2022 Christmas Assistance Application Dates
Thursday, October 6th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Friday, October 7th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Tuesday, October 11th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Wednesday, October 12th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Thursday, October 13th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Friday, October 14th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Saturday, October 15th, 9:00am to 11:00am
Monday, October 17th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Tuesday, October 18th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Thursday, October 20th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Monday, October 24th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Tuesday, October 25th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Thursday, October 27th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Saturday, October 29th, 9:00am to 11:00am
Monday, October 31st, 10:00am to 3:00pm

Salvation Army - Sayre

Christmas Assistance

Provides assistance with food and toys for Christmas.

314 South Elmer Street
Sayre, PA 18840

Eligibility: Must be a resident of Sayre, Athens, or Waverly. Toys for children ages 0 to 12 years.

Hours: November sign-up

Salvation Army - Shamokin

Christmas Assistance

Provides a Christmas food box and Christmas toys for children to families in need.

1300 West Spruce Street
Coal Township, PA 17866

Eligibility: Toys for children age12 years and younger, food for families who reside in service area.

Hours: By appointment on scheduled dates starting in October, 10:00am to 2:00pm.

(570) 644-0486

Salvation Army - Sharon Worship and Service Center

Clothing, Food and Shelter Assistance

Provides Emergency Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, and similar miscellaneous living needs.

660 Fisher Hill Street
Sharon, PA 16146

Eligibility: Call for information

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm; Family Store: Monday through Saturday, 9:00am to 3:00pm

Salvation Army - Sunbury

Christmas Assistance

Provides a Christmas food box and Christmas toys for children to families in need.

40 South 4th Street
Sunbury, PA 17801

Eligibility: Toys for children age12 years and younger, food for families who reside in service area.

Hours: By appointment on scheduled dates starting in October, 10:00am to 2:00pm

Salvation Army - Titusville Worship and Service Center

Holiday Programs

Provides new clothing and toys for children and gift cards for seniors to be used for food. First come first serve basis.

213 East Bloss Street
Church of Nazerene
Titusville, PA 16354

Eligibility: Children and seniors

Hours: Distribution: December 20, 2022

(814) 827-0386

Salvation Army - Warren Worship and Service Center

Salvation Army - Warren Worship and Service Center - Christmas Assistance

Provides gifts to children and food boxes for families.

311 Beech Street
Warren, PA 16365

Eligibility: Children age 0 to 12.

Hours: Sign ups: October 21st to November 4th

Salvation Army - Washington Worship and Service Center

Food and Financial Assistance

Emergency Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up, Thanksgiving & Christmas when funds are available. Call for holiday program details.

60 East Maiden Street
Washington, PA 15301

Eligibility: Financially struggling individuals and families

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 2:00pm

Salvation Army - Wilkes-Barre

Christmas Assistance Program

Program provides a Christmas food basket and toys, clothing/shoes for children in the household.

17 South Pennsylvania Avenue
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701

Eligibility: Applicant must be head of household, 18 years and older. Toys for children ages 0 to 12 years.

Hours: Seasonal Program: Sign-Up in October for Christmas, December Distribution.
Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Closed for Lunch (12:00pm to 12:30pm)

Salvation Army - Williamsport

Christmas Toy and Food Program

Provides Christmas food basket and toys.

457 Market Street
Williamsport, PA 17701

Eligibility: Williamsport area families with children ages 0 to 12 years by 12/25.

Hours: Seasonal program: Signups are November 1st through 30th. Tuesdays from 9:00am to noon; Thursdays (except Thanksgiving) 1:00pm to 2:30pm. Two evening dates available. Call for more information.

Salvation Army - York County

Seasonal Program

YEAR CHRISTMAS REGISTRATION
October 25th through October 29th from 9:00am to 4:00pm
and October 27th is the Evening registration for families who work during the day at 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

You must sign up in person.

Offers assistance with:

Holiday food and holiday gifts for children through the Christmas Cheer and Angel Tree programs

Offers winter coats for children and adults through the coats for kids program
Helps children with school shoes through the harry miller back to school shoe program.

30 East King Street, First Floor
York, PA 17401

Hours: Office Hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm(noon) and 1:00pm to 3:30pm

Salvation Army Carlisle

Social Services

Offers a choice food pantry, transportation assistance, personal hygiene assistance, a shower program, vouchers for clothing and household goods, and Christmas assistance.

20 East Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013

Eligibility: Residents of Carlisle area

Hours: Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 3:00pm; Wednesday, 9:00am to 12:00pm; Thursday,10:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 6:00pm

Salvation Army Harrisburg Capital City Region Worship and Service Center

Christmas Assistance

Provides toys and clothing for children, senior adoptions, and holiday food assistance.

506 South 29th Street
Harrisburg , PA 17104

Eligibility: Families with children under 18, adults age 18 to age 59 and adults age 60 and older with no children in household

Hours: Call for information.

Salvation Army of Pottstown

Christmas Toy Program - 2022

Distributes toys to children ages 10 and younger.

137 King Street
Pottstown, PA 19464

Eligibility: Residents of zip codes 19464 and 19465 who have not registered for another agency's holiday toys program

Hours: Business Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 1:00pm

Registered participants will be notified of the pick up date and time.

Salvation Army of Venango County

Christmas Toy Distribution

Provides Angel Tree Christmas toy distribution.

217 Sycamore Street
Oil City, PA 16301

Eligibility: Children 12 and under.
Can not sign up for any other Christmas toy program.

Hours: Hours may vary

Salvation Army Pottsville Corps

Holiday Assistance

Holiday Assistance for 2022 Thanksgiving and/or Christmas Holidays. (Households should apply even if they are not sure they will need assistance). Accepting applications online at www.facebook.com/thesalvationarmypottsvillecorps, proof necessary to complete application is your current photo ID showing your current address and birth certificates for children twelve and under only)
This application process is for both holidays.

400 Sanderson Street
Pottsville, PA 17901

Eligibility: Schuylkill County residents may apply

Hours: Office: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm
Christmas Distribution: TBD

Salvation Army Service Extension

Seasonal Assistance

Seasonal assistance may include summer camp for children, back to school backpacks and supplies and Christmas food baskets and gifts for children.

701 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Eligibility: Residents of Bucks, Chester, and Montgomery County

Hours: Call 610-383-0868 or email Cindy.Yearsley@use.salvationarmy.org for information

Salvation Army Tamaqua

Holiday Assistance Programs

2022 sign ups for Thanksgiving and Christmas Food Baskets and Angel Tree/Toys for Tots registration will be held in person October 13, 2022 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Holiday Assistance Programs include:
- Provides Christmas and Thanksgiving food baskets.
- Clothing provided through the Angel Tree Program.
- Toys and gifts for children ages 12 and younger through the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program

46 Mauch Chunk Street
Tamaqua, PA 18252

Eligibility: Residents of Tamaqua Area and Panther Valley School District

Hours: Distribution dates TBD

Share the Blessing

Dedicated to helping individuals and families in need - and who live in Susquehanna Valley - enjoy the holiday season. Facilitates this through the collection of food, clothing, gifts and monetary donations that are used, in full, to provide hope and assistance to local families during a very blessed time of the year.

Eligibility: * Those who want to nominate individuals or families in need that could use a little extra help during the holiday season *Those who want to contribute

Hours: No set hours

(717) 381-5440

Single Parent Fellowship

Single Parent Fellowship Services

Provides help to single parents to assist them to develop life skills. Provides seminars and workshops, and assists single parents to connect with resources as they navigate crisis situations. Provides school supplies for back to school.

PO Box 25
Morrisville, PA 19067

Eligibility: Residents of Morrisville.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 5:00pm
Saturday, 10:00am to 12:00pm

Single Parent Fellowship

Christmas Toy Give Away - 2022

Offers an annual Christmas toy giveaway.

PO Box 25
Morrisville, PA 19067

Eligibility: Residents of Bucks County

Hours: Saturday, December 10, 2022, 9:00am to 3:00pm
Residents living outside of zip code 19067 can attend from 9:00am to 11:30am.
Residents of 19067 zip code can attend from 12:00am to 2:00pm.

Slater Family Network

Providing information and referral, and programming.
Services include:
* Resources for food
* Emergency food pantry (services Pan Argyl & Bangor SD)
* On site Clothes Closet
* Assistance with housing (rent or utilites)
* Assistance with employment
* Assistance with health insurance
* Free dental care for children
* Free Mental Health Counseling for adults and children
* Free vision care for students
* School Supplies (Back to School Event: August 18, 2022, 11:00am to 2:00pm; Call to sign up)
* Holiday Meals and Gifts (ages 2-12)
SFN is housed on the grounds of the Bangor Area School District, serving its families.

187 Five Points Richmond Road
Bangor, PA 18013

Eligibility: Anyone living within the seven municipalities of Bangor Area School District who has needs

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 2:00pm. Other hours can be arranged

Spring-Ford Project Outreach

Adopt-a-Family Holiday Program - 2022

Provides holiday gifts to children ages 0 to 12 for families in need.

410 Washington Street
Royersford, PA 19468

Eligibility: Residents of the Spring-Ford Area School District

Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm

Susquehanna County Interfaith

Susquehanna Christmas Bureau

Individual, group sponsors provide new clothing and toys for a children from a family facing hardship. Provides families, seniors, and singles a bag of food for the holiday meal which includes a ham. Adopt a family provides gifts to family members.

526 Church Street
Montrose, PA 18801

Eligibility: Must be a Susquehanna County Resident

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 4:00pm

The Brashear Association

Holiday Assistance Programs - 2022

Provides gift cards intended for the purchase of food for Thanksgiving and Christmas as well as new toys for children, ages 12 or younger.

320 Brownsville Road
Pittsburgh, PA 152102249

Eligibility: Individuals and families who live in the Service Area and have an income at or below 150% of federal poverty income guidelines.

Hours: Registration Calls accpted Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 4:00pm

The Open Link

Christmas Room Toy Drive - 2022

Accepts donations of new toys, gift cards, and personal care items for local children and youth in need. Especially needs age-appropriate items for preteen and teen boys and girls.

452 Penn Street
Pennsburg, PA 18073

Eligibility: No limitations or restrictions

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
Tuesday, 8:00am to 7:00pm

The Open Link

Christmas Room - 2022

Provides holiday gifts for chidren and youth. Gives parents and other adult caregivers an opportunity to select among new donated toys and other gifts for their children.

452 Penn Street
Pennsburg, PA 18073

Eligibility: Residents of the Upper Perkiomen School District (East Greenville, Green Lane, Hereford, Marlborough, Palm, Pennsburg, Red Hill, and Upper Hanover)

Hours: Call or email for information.

Titusville Toy Shop

Features retired seniors making quality wooden toys for underprivileged children

115 St John Street
Titusville, PA 16354

Eligibility: Underprivileged children

Hours: Call for more information.

(814) 827-0430

Toys For Kids Pike County and Tri-State

Toys For Kids Pike County

Collects new, unwrapped toys to distribute to local eligible families.

1127 Hemlock Farms
Lords Valley, PA 18428

Eligibility: Families living in Pike County must reside in the Delaware Valley school district or East Stroudsburg school districts. Child 17 or younger. Mentally disabled children qualify up to age 21 if they still attend a public school program. All children you apply for must live with you as primary residence. Must be on food stamps/SNAP; children must be listed on benefits. Free school lunch does qualify if your school does not provide free lunch for everyone. Medical does not qualify. Pebt does not qualify.

Hours: 2022 Registration will open on October 21st and will close at 9:00pm on December 4th.

Toys for Tots (USMC) Southeast

Toys for Tots Local Campaign Finder - 2022

Provides an interactive online list of local toy distribution campaigns, searchable by Pennsylvania city and county, and provides information for how to apply to receive toys for each campaign location.

Eligibility: Children ages 0 to 12 (check location for exact age range served)

Hours: Website available 24/7

Toys for Tots (USMC) Southwest

Toys for Tots Local Contact Finder

Provides holiday gifts/toys for children and youth in need.

Eligibility: Eligibility varies by region. Visit the website for details.

Hours: Website available 24/7.

Service days and times, including application deadlines and distribution of gifts, vary by site. Visit the website for details.

United NEPA Alliance

Spreading Yuletide Cheer Event

Community event to collect gently used or new toys and winter coats to be given out to families in need. Also collecting canned or boxed food, gift cards, and turkeys. Families in need can register to receive toy/coat/food for Christmas.

Coal Street Park
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

Eligibility: Luzerne county families in need.

Hours: One Day Event, December 15th, 2022, noon to 3:00pm

United Way of Bucks County

Holiday Gift Cards for Bucks County Youth - 2022

Provides holiday gift cards totaling $35.00 to older low-income youth ages of 11 to17.

413 Hood Boulevard
Fairless Hills, PA 19030

Eligibility:
Residents of Bucks County
Youth ages 11 to 17
Person making request must be the primary caregiver of the child(ren)
Low income, in need

Hours: Website available 24/7

United Way of Bucks County

Holiday Gift Card Drive - 2022

Accepts donations to support program providing gift cards to low income Bucks County youth ages 11 to 17 during the holiday season.

413 Hood Boulevard
Fairless Hills, PA 19030

Eligibility: No limitations or restrictions

Hours: Website available 24/7

United We Stand - Estamos Unidos de Pennsylvania

Estamos Unidos de Pennsylvania

Provides gifts, food, books, and to go food. Santa will be present. The event will be a short cultural learning experience. The event location is at John Harris High School - Front Entrance, address: 2451 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17103.

PO Box 60709
Harrisburg, PA 17106

Eligibility: Children from age 0 to age 12. Must wear mask.

Hours: EVENT: Sunday, December 19, 2021 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm

Valley Santa

Valley Santa Holiday Gift Program

Valley Santa is volunteer, nonprofit organization, which tries to ensure that children will receive a toy and book for Christmas.
Letters will be read, toy shopped for and gift wrapped by volunteers. Toy gift will then be delivered to the home address listed on request letter by a private delivery service.

PO Box 5276
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701

Eligibility: Requests will be considered for children 12 years of age and younger.

Hours: Letters are accepted from November 1st to December 16, 2022

Volunteers of America

Annual Holiday Toys Drive

Provides Christmas toys. Accepts donations: new, unwrapped toy donations can be dropped off at any of our public drop-off locations before December 6th.

2112 Walnut Street
Harrisburg, PA 17103

Eligibility: Low-income families with children in Kindergarten through age 14

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Washington Christian Outreach

Toys

Give toys for the holidays, also will receive toy donations.

119 Highland Avenue
Washington, PA 15301

Eligibility: Needy, low-income persons, unemployed, homeless

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 1:00pm

Wayne County Children's Christmas Bureau

Children's Christmas Bureau

Assists low income Wayne County families by purchasing gifts for their children for Christmas. A family, organization, group, club or even a communal gathering of friends can “Adopt A Family” for Christmas.

200 Delaware Street
Honesdale, PA 18431

Eligibility: Wayne County low income families with children ages newborn to16 years.

Hours: Seasonal Program.
Sign Ups in October, Distribution in December.

Waynesboro Community and Human Services

Christmas Holiday Program

Provides Christmas Food Box
, Rotary Gifts for Children - registration for this service closes Dec 2, 2022, Teens Gifts, and Christmas Adopt a Family

123 Walnut Street
Waynesboro, PA 17268

Eligibility: Children from age 0 to age 12 (Waynesboro Area School District families only), Teens from age 12 to age 18, and families (Wynesboro & Greencastle Area School Districts)

Hours: Pick Up Hours and Locations

Christmas Food Box - Friday, December 16th from 9:00am to 12:00pm at WCHS

Teen Gifts - Friday, December 16th from 9:00am to 12:00pm at WCHS
Rotary Gifts for Children - Saturday, December17th at Hurley's Auction House: 2800 Buchanan Trail E, Greencastle, PA 17225
Christmas Adopt A Family - If you are adopted, you will be contacted by staff or by the person/group who adopted you. Arrangments will be made then.

YMCA of Centre County

Christmas Program

Helps families and children in need of christmas gifts, winter clothing, and food for christmas

113 North 14th Street
Philipsburg, PA 16866

Eligibility: Call for information

Hours: Monday through Friday, 5:00am to 9:00pm, Saturday, 7:00am to 5:00pm, and Sunday, 12:00pm to 5:00pm

(814) 342-0889