Holiday Helpers Program

Program is Closed for 2025, See you next year!

*Clients, if you filled out the form, your family has been adopted – emails will be going out soon with more information*

Each year, Family Pathways, in collaboration with Community Partners and Business Sponsors, helps hundreds of families by providing personalized gifts to local kids (19 and under) and to brighten their holiday season.

Our Christmas Program serves residents in the following counties: Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Pine, and Polk County in Wisconsin, as well as the City of Forest Lake. To qualify, applicants must currently be utilizing one of our services and be at least 18 years old to complete the form. Sponsored participants, who will receive the gifts, must be 19 years old or younger and live in the same household as the applicant.

By coming together, we help ensure that everyone in our community can experience the joy and warmth of the holiday season.

IMPORTANT DATES FOR DONORS:
October 1st – Registration Opens
November 12th – Registration for Gift Recipients Closes
November 24th – List Distribution Begins
December 8th – Last Date to Drop off your Gifts at the North Branch Office

Donors FAQS:

Q: What is the Estimated Gift Range Per Child?

A: $50-$100 per child

Q: What kind of gifts are accepted?

A: New, in-package gifts. No open or handmade items will be accepted.

Q: I don’t have time to shop, but want to sponsor a kid. Can I still donate?

A: Yes! All donated funds to this program will be used to shop for presents.

Q: Can I shop via Amazon and ship it?

A: Yes, if shopping online, ship to 6413 Oak Street, North Branch, MN 55056 and we will do the rest! 🙂

Q: Who are the recipients of these gifts?

All receipients are clients within our programs. (Food Shelf, Parenting Time, DVSA Shelter/Advocacy, or Aging) Gifts will be going to kids under 19, who still live with their parents.

Client FAQS:

Q: I filled out the form, am I guaranteed gifts?

A: No. Gifts are not guaranteed. They are provided through the generosity of donors and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on the number of donors we have.

Q: I don’t use any of your services, can I still receive gifts?

A: No. Only current clients of Family Pathways are eligible to receive gifts.

Q: How will i receive my gifts?

A: Your contact at Family Pathways will connect with you to set up a pickup if your family was sponsored.