Holiday baskets are offered seasonally, provided through local community support. Programs vary by location; call for information.
[For Thanksgiving 2023:
Applications for Thanksgiving Food Packages must be picked up and completed at local offices; call for dates. (Carroll County: must be returned by November 3rd; Calhoun County: must be returned by November 10th)]
[For Christmas 2023:
(Carroll County) Giving Tree/Toys for Tots forms are available at the Carroll Outreach Office starting October 17th. To be eligible, applicants must have primary custody of the children being signed up, must be a resident of Carroll County, have children ages 14 and under, and be on New Opportunities' programs. If applicant is approved, they will receive a letter specifying when unwrapped gifts may be picked up in December. Forms must be completed and returned to the Outreach Center on or before November 10th.]
Holiday baskets are offered seasonally, provided through local community support. Programs vary by location; call for information.
[For Thanksgiving 2023:
Applications for Thanksgiving Food Packages must be picked up and completed at local offices; call for dates. (Carroll County: must be returned by November 3rd; Calhoun County: must be returned by November 10th)]
[For Christmas 2023:
(Carroll County) Giving Tree/Toys for Tots forms are available at the Carroll Outreach Office starting October 17th. To be eligible, applicants must have primary custody of the children being signed up, must be a resident of Carroll County, have children ages 14 and under, and be on New Opportunities' programs. If applicant is approved, they will receive a letter specifying when unwrapped gifts may be picked up in December. Forms must be completed and returned to the Outreach Center on or before November 10th.]
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Provides holiday food assistance to those in need.
Thanksgiving 2025 bonus items will be offered during regular shopping hours to registered clients during the month of November.
Christmas 2025 assistance available with traditional Christmas Meal Box and Christmas Gifts for Kids to registered clients in December. December Blessings registration begins on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Deadline ends on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Pickup is Friday, December 12, 2025
To qualify:
If client has used this pantry's services for the last three months and resides in the Waukee School District and has recently provided a proof of residency and identification for each person in their household, they may already be qualified; please complete an online application. If this is the first time applying for assistance or client's information in WayPoint Resources system is not current, client must bring required documents to the WayPoint Resources office during food pantry hours within 10 days of submitting an application.
If client already applied at another agency:
If client has been approved or expects to be approved with another agency for their holiday program, client will be disqualified from this program. This includes, but is not limited to, West Des Moines Human Services, Toys for Tots, Shop with a Cop, Angel Tree Programs and other food or gift giveaway programs.
**Applicants are not qualified for the program until identification for each person, and proof of residency is confirmed.
Once approved, applicants will receive an email confirmation with pick up instructions, including date and time. If applicant has not received an email confirmation, please contact WayPoint Resources at [email protected] or (515) 987-5523. Please bring a photo ID in order to receive dinner boxes and gifts.
If client cannot make the assigned date and time for pick up, another family member or friend can pick up on their behalf. Please call and let WayPoint Resources know who has permission to pick up items, or make other arrangements. If client does not pick up items or make other arrangements for pick-up, their items will be given to families on the waiting list. Failure to pick up may disqualify client's family from future programs.
Provides holiday food assistance to those in need.
Thanksgiving 2025 bonus items will be offered during regular shopping hours to registered clients during the month of November.
Christmas 2025 assistance available with traditional Christmas Meal Box and Christmas Gifts for Kids to registered clients in December. December Blessings registration begins on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Deadline ends on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Pickup is Friday, December 12, 2025
To qualify:
If client has used this pantry's services for the last three months and resides in the Waukee School District and has recently provided a proof of residency and identification for each person in their household, they may already be qualified; please complete an online application. If this is the first time applying for assistance or client's information in WayPoint Resources system is not current, client must bring required documents to the WayPoint Resources office during food pantry hours within 10 days of submitting an application.
If client already applied at another agency:
If client has been approved or expects to be approved with another agency for their holiday program, client will be disqualified from this program. This includes, but is not limited to, West Des Moines Human Services, Toys for Tots, Shop with a Cop, Angel Tree Programs and other food or gift giveaway programs.
**Applicants are not qualified for the program until identification for each person, and proof of residency is confirmed.
Once approved, applicants will receive an email confirmation with pick up instructions, including date and time. If applicant has not received an email confirmation, please contact WayPoint Resources at [email protected] or (515) 987-5523. Please bring a photo ID in order to receive dinner boxes and gifts.
If client cannot make the assigned date and time for pick up, another family member or friend can pick up on their behalf. Please call and let WayPoint Resources know who has permission to pick up items, or make other arrangements. If client does not pick up items or make other arrangements for pick-up, their items will be given to families on the waiting list. Failure to pick up may disqualify client's family from future programs.
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Holiday gifts for children under the age of 18, gift cards for preteens.
2024 Registration Dates:
To register, you must have a Center for People Clarity Card. If you do not have a Clarity Card, please come to the office Fridays from 9 am-11 am.
If you have a Clarity Card, registration dates are as follows: Must bring proof of identity for each child you are registering (ss card, Medicaid card, etc.)
Mon, Dec 2, 2024, 9 am-2 pm
Tue, Dec 3, 2024, 9 am-2 pm
Wed, Dec 4, 2024, 9 am-2 pm
Thu, Dec 5, 2024, 9 am-2 pm
Fri, Dec 6, 2024, 9 am-12 pm.
Once registered, you will be able to select a pick-up time that works for you.
Holiday gifts for children under the age of 18, gift cards for preteens.
2024 Registration Dates:
To register, you must have a Center for People Clarity Card. If you do not have a Clarity Card, please come to the office Fridays from 9 am-11 am.
If you have a Clarity Card, registration dates are as follows: Must bring proof of identity for each child you are registering (ss card, Medicaid card, etc.)
Mon, Dec 2, 2024, 9 am-2 pm
Tue, Dec 3, 2024, 9 am-2 pm
Wed, Dec 4, 2024, 9 am-2 pm
Thu, Dec 5, 2024, 9 am-2 pm
Fri, Dec 6, 2024, 9 am-12 pm.
Once registered, you will be able to select a pick-up time that works for you.
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Provides 2 to 3 toys for children ages 0-17. To be eligible for registration, a form of ID for every child and photo ID for the parent or legal guardian is required. The following ID's are accepted: Social Security Card preferred, birth certificate, passports, Medicaid or insurance cards, school ID cards, or state issued ID. Parent or legal guardian must be present to register children to receive gifts.
For Christmas 2024:
Opens for online registration starting Nov 1, 2024.
Parents and legal guardians may sign up children (birth-17 years) to receive Christmas gifts. Applicants must be registered to receive Christmas assistance for their children.
For more information or to register, visit heartlandhopemission.org
Toys will be distributed in December. All families must be pre-registered and provide the confirmation number that was given at the time of registration.
Provides 2 to 3 toys for children ages 0-17. To be eligible for registration, a form of ID for every child and photo ID for the parent or legal guardian is required. The following ID's are accepted: Social Security Card preferred, birth certificate, passports, Medicaid or insurance cards, school ID cards, or state issued ID. Parent or legal guardian must be present to register children to receive gifts.
For Christmas 2024:
Opens for online registration starting Nov 1, 2024.
Parents and legal guardians may sign up children (birth-17 years) to receive Christmas gifts. Applicants must be registered to receive Christmas assistance for their children.
For more information or to register, visit heartlandhopemission.org
Toys will be distributed in December. All families must be pre-registered and provide the confirmation number that was given at the time of registration.
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A public charity which raises funds and collects toys/games to be distributed to low income families during the holidays.
DONATE CASH OR CHECK: The preferred method for monetary donations is for the individual or business to send a check or money order to the local Toys for Tots Coordinator, made payable to "Toys for Tots" and mailed to: Toys for Tots Coordinator, Marine Corps Reserve Center, Bldg # 47 Dickman Ave., Des Moines IA 50315.
Visit the website to find a list of agencies participating in signing up children for Toys for Tots.
A public charity which raises funds and collects toys/games to be distributed to low income families during the holidays.
DONATE CASH OR CHECK: The preferred method for monetary donations is for the individual or business to send a check or money order to the local Toys for Tots Coordinator, made payable to "Toys for Tots" and mailed to: Toys for Tots Coordinator, Marine Corps Reserve Center, Bldg # 47 Dickman Ave., Des Moines IA 50315.
Visit the website to find a list of agencies participating in signing up children for Toys for Tots.
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Christmas Dinner boxes are offered to those who have received assistance at the Genoa Food Pantry at least one time during the previous 6 months of the current calendar year. The date of distribution is determined each year, usually set for distribution about a week before Christmas.
For Christmas 2024, pre-register by calling or visiting the pantry before December 1st.
Christmas Dinner boxes are offered to those who have received assistance at the Genoa Food Pantry at least one time during the previous 6 months of the current calendar year. The date of distribution is determined each year, usually set for distribution about a week before Christmas.
For Christmas 2024, pre-register by calling or visiting the pantry before December 1st.
Thrift shop with vouchers provided by most churches, government offices, and community agencies.
School supply distribution.
Santa's workshop provides Christmas presents.
Thrift shop with vouchers provided by most churches, government offices, and community agencies.
School supply distribution.
Santa's workshop provides Christmas presents.
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Distributes shopping bags filled with all the fixings needed for a complete Thanksgiving dinner to families with financial need in the community.
For Thanksgiving 2024, the Meal Bag Giveaway is held on Saturday, November 23rd, from 8 am until supplies run out. The event is located at the FaithWorks Pantry, South Entrance, at FaithWestwood.
Provides one Meal Bag per household. Recipient must be present to receive a bag (no proxies). Bags are given out on a first come-first serve basis, so it is recommended to arrive early.
Distributes shopping bags filled with all the fixings needed for a complete Thanksgiving dinner to families with financial need in the community.
For Thanksgiving 2024, the Meal Bag Giveaway is held on Saturday, November 23rd, from 8 am until supplies run out. The event is located at the FaithWorks Pantry, South Entrance, at FaithWestwood.
Provides one Meal Bag per household. Recipient must be present to receive a bag (no proxies). Bags are given out on a first come-first serve basis, so it is recommended to arrive early.
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Offers a free meal delivered to older adults, 60 years of age or older (homebound, lonely, or alone) on Thanksgiving Day. Meal consists of turkey, stuffing, potatoes, gravy, green beans, roll, banana, and cookies.
2024 reservations accepted until November 21st. Callers must speak with someone to make a reservation; no voice messages will be accepted. Phone lines are open on weekdays from 9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm.
Meal deliver occurs on Thu morning, Nov 28. Applicant must be home to receive the meal, no meals will be left at the door. Volunteers prepare and deliver the meals following local regulations and CDC guidelines. Specific delivery times cannot be scheduled. Cannot feed families.
Offers a free meal delivered to older adults, 60 years of age or older (homebound, lonely, or alone) on Thanksgiving Day. Meal consists of turkey, stuffing, potatoes, gravy, green beans, roll, banana, and cookies.
2024 reservations accepted until November 21st. Callers must speak with someone to make a reservation; no voice messages will be accepted. Phone lines are open on weekdays from 9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm.
Meal deliver occurs on Thu morning, Nov 28. Applicant must be home to receive the meal, no meals will be left at the door. Volunteers prepare and deliver the meals following local regulations and CDC guidelines. Specific delivery times cannot be scheduled. Cannot feed families.
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Christmas gifts and food in partnership with county partners.
For Christmas 2024:
Holiday Gift and Food Basket applications may be picked up at the SENCA office in Falls City or Humboldt, starting October 28th, 2024. No applications will be accepted after November 15th at 4 pm.
For any questions, call the SENCA office: Humboldt number is (402) 862-2411; Falls City number is (402) 245-5284.
Christmas gifts and food in partnership with county partners.
For Christmas 2024:
Holiday Gift and Food Basket applications may be picked up at the SENCA office in Falls City or Humboldt, starting October 28th, 2024. No applications will be accepted after November 15th at 4 pm.
For any questions, call the SENCA office: Humboldt number is (402) 862-2411; Falls City number is (402) 245-5284.
Program provides clothing and a toy for each child. Registration also includes a sign-up for a food basket. Deadline to register for aid is November 14, 2024. Can register by going to their office during the food pantry hours and completing a form. Pick-up is December 16, 2024, from 9 am-12 noon.
Program provides clothing and a toy for each child. Registration also includes a sign-up for a food basket. Deadline to register for aid is November 14, 2024. Can register by going to their office during the food pantry hours and completing a form. Pick-up is December 16, 2024, from 9 am-12 noon.
Holiday baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas
For eligible families, a holiday food basket will be prepared upon request. Please call for details for food assistance.
Thanksgiving and Christmas (Signup Dates are November 1st through November 15th, Mon-Fri 9 am-10 am and Wed 4 pm-5:30 pm.
Christmas Shopping day at Greater Love is Tuesday, December 17, 2024, 9 am-2 pm and 4 pm-7 pm.
- Selections of new clothing, toys and other miscellaneous gift items will be display for ALL Madrid area residents to choose for your Christmas gifts.
- All items are given at no charge - two shopping bags (provided by Greater Love Ministries) per customer.
Holiday baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas
For eligible families, a holiday food basket will be prepared upon request. Please call for details for food assistance.
Thanksgiving and Christmas (Signup Dates are November 1st through November 15th, Mon-Fri 9 am-10 am and Wed 4 pm-5:30 pm.
Christmas Shopping day at Greater Love is Tuesday, December 17, 2024, 9 am-2 pm and 4 pm-7 pm.
- Selections of new clothing, toys and other miscellaneous gift items will be display for ALL Madrid area residents to choose for your Christmas gifts.
- All items are given at no charge - two shopping bags (provided by Greater Love Ministries) per customer.
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The mission of the program is to collect and distribute new unwrapped toys as Christmas gifts to children less fortunate in the local community, ages 6 months-12 years.
Toy Application Information for 2024:
10/4/24: Application open date.
11/30/24: Application close date.
10/13/24: Application response start date.
12/5/24: Application response end date.
Application link: https://quad-cities.toysfortots.org
Click on "Request a Toy".
After submitting an online application, client must verify in person with ID and children's birth certifcate(s).
Verification Office: 1 Montgomery Drive, Moline, IL 61265
Verification is open Fri-Sat 9 am-6 pm starting Oct 25; closed Nov 22-23. The last day to verify in person is November 30th.
Toy Distribution:
Starts 12/7/24, ends 12/15/24. Approved applicants will be notified of specific distribution dates and locations.
The mission of the program is to collect and distribute new unwrapped toys as Christmas gifts to children less fortunate in the local community, ages 6 months-12 years.
Toy Application Information for 2024:
10/4/24: Application open date.
11/30/24: Application close date.
10/13/24: Application response start date.
12/5/24: Application response end date.
Application link: https://quad-cities.toysfortots.org
Click on "Request a Toy".
After submitting an online application, client must verify in person with ID and children's birth certifcate(s).
Verification Office: 1 Montgomery Drive, Moline, IL 61265
Verification is open Fri-Sat 9 am-6 pm starting Oct 25; closed Nov 22-23. The last day to verify in person is November 30th.
Toy Distribution:
Starts 12/7/24, ends 12/15/24. Approved applicants will be notified of specific distribution dates and locations.
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Offers a Christmas sit down dinner for anyone in need at the church on December 25, 2024 from noon to 2 pm or meal delivery from 11 am-1:30 pm. Individuals and families must call or email to register and live the area of West of Edgewood Road, north of Williams Boulevard, east of Linn-Benton county line and south of F Avenue for delivery.
Dinner will include turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, and a desert.
Delivered meals will not be left if no one answers the door.
Registration is required by December 15, 2024 for on-site and delivered meals by calling (319) 396-6361 or emailing [email protected].
Offers a Christmas sit down dinner for anyone in need at the church on December 25, 2024 from noon to 2 pm or meal delivery from 11 am-1:30 pm. Individuals and families must call or email to register and live the area of West of Edgewood Road, north of Williams Boulevard, east of Linn-Benton county line and south of F Avenue for delivery.
Dinner will include turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, and a desert.
Delivered meals will not be left if no one answers the door.
Registration is required by December 15, 2024 for on-site and delivered meals by calling (319) 396-6361 or emailing [email protected].
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Visit the website for counties and agencies participating in local holiday assistance programs.
Visit the website for counties and agencies participating in local holiday assistance programs.
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For Christmas 2025:
Holiday event which provides treats, activities, and presents to Quad Cities-area children and their parents.
Provides wrapped holiday gifts for Quad Cities-area children every December; visit the website for details.
For Christmas 2025:
Holiday event which provides treats, activities, and presents to Quad Cities-area children and their parents.
Provides wrapped holiday gifts for Quad Cities-area children every December; visit the website for details.
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Thanksgiving Food Boxes for low-income households in Richardson County who need extra help with groceries.
For Thanksgiving 2024, no documentation is required except proof of Richardson County residency. 1 pantry per household.
Sign-up starts Oct 28, 2024; supplies are limited. To request a pantry and schedule a pickup time, call (402) 245-5284. Pickup is at the Falls City location (Richardson County Courthouse, Room 101) on Wed, Nov 20, from 8:30 am-11:30 am, and Thu, Nov 21, from 1 pm-4 pm.
Christmas program applications for the Holiday Outreach Program, organized by local churches.
For Christmas 2024, Holiday Gift applications can be picked up at the SENCA office in Falls City or Humboldt, starting Oct 26, 2024.
No applications will be accepted after Nov 15 at 4 pm.
SENCA is only providing food baskets for those clients requesting them. There are no eligibility requirements to receive a food basket from SENCA.
For gift drive information and gift requests, call Jo Watlington at (402) 801-9211 or Bonnie Kean at (402) 802-6337.
Thanksgiving Food Boxes for low-income households in Richardson County who need extra help with groceries.
For Thanksgiving 2024, no documentation is required except proof of Richardson County residency. 1 pantry per household.
Sign-up starts Oct 28, 2024; supplies are limited. To request a pantry and schedule a pickup time, call (402) 245-5284. Pickup is at the Falls City location (Richardson County Courthouse, Room 101) on Wed, Nov 20, from 8:30 am-11:30 am, and Thu, Nov 21, from 1 pm-4 pm.
Christmas program applications for the Holiday Outreach Program, organized by local churches.
For Christmas 2024, Holiday Gift applications can be picked up at the SENCA office in Falls City or Humboldt, starting Oct 26, 2024.
No applications will be accepted after Nov 15 at 4 pm.
SENCA is only providing food baskets for those clients requesting them. There are no eligibility requirements to receive a food basket from SENCA.
For gift drive information and gift requests, call Jo Watlington at (402) 801-9211 or Bonnie Kean at (402) 802-6337.
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**11/18/24 - Program is FULL for the 2024 season.
Each child will receive a minimum of 1 toy and stocking stuffer. Children must be 18 or younger to participate. Children do not need to be present while registering or during pick up. Toys are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each child may only receive toys once. This is a Toys for Tots event.
Pre-registration is required. Registrants must come into the Bidwell Pantry to sign up for the Holiday Toy Pantry. Registration is between 10 am-4 pm Monday through Friday from November 1, 2024 through November 30, 2024 OR until the event is full.
**11/18/24 - Program is FULL for the 2024 season.
Each child will receive a minimum of 1 toy and stocking stuffer. Children must be 18 or younger to participate. Children do not need to be present while registering or during pick up. Toys are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each child may only receive toys once. This is a Toys for Tots event.
Pre-registration is required. Registrants must come into the Bidwell Pantry to sign up for the Holiday Toy Pantry. Registration is between 10 am-4 pm Monday through Friday from November 1, 2024 through November 30, 2024 OR until the event is full.
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Visit the website for counties and agencies participating in local holiday assistance programs.
Visit the website for counties and agencies participating in local holiday assistance programs.
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Annual Christmas Party in December at the Bettendorf Community Center for all special-needs populations.
Scholarships of up to $250 annually for individuals with intellectual delay for leisure activities.
Referrals to community resources.
Annual Christmas Party in December at the Bettendorf Community Center for all special-needs populations.
Scholarships of up to $250 annually for individuals with intellectual delay for leisure activities.
Referrals to community resources.
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Thanksgiving program provides a food box.
For Thanksgiving 2025, in-person sign-ups are by appointment only. No more requests will be received after October 25.
Applicants must bring photo ID for all adults in the household, proof of birth date for each child, proof of address (current utility bill, mail, etc), proof of all household income. Applicants must apply at one agency only. (Salvation Army compares applicant lists with other agencies.)
For Christmas 2025, the Christmas program offers food boxes for families and/or toys for children; programs are for children ages 0-15 and seniors age 65+.
Beginning Nov 1st through Nov 20th or until capacity is reached. Register at https://saangeltree.org or call (402) 379-4663 for an appointment. If not qualified for Angel Tree, call for information about receiving a Christmas food box.
Thanksgiving program provides a food box.
For Thanksgiving 2025, in-person sign-ups are by appointment only. No more requests will be received after October 25.
Applicants must bring photo ID for all adults in the household, proof of birth date for each child, proof of address (current utility bill, mail, etc), proof of all household income. Applicants must apply at one agency only. (Salvation Army compares applicant lists with other agencies.)
For Christmas 2025, the Christmas program offers food boxes for families and/or toys for children; programs are for children ages 0-15 and seniors age 65+.
Beginning Nov 1st through Nov 20th or until capacity is reached. Register at https://saangeltree.org or call (402) 379-4663 for an appointment. If not qualified for Angel Tree, call for information about receiving a Christmas food box.
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Offers gifts and food to those in need for the Christmas 2024 holiday. Reach out to the local County Outreach Office for more information regarding holiday help in the area.
Palo Alto County Outreach may provide holiday food boxes during Thanksgiving 2024 as well, depending on donations.
Offers gifts and food to those in need for the Christmas 2024 holiday. Reach out to the local County Outreach Office for more information regarding holiday help in the area.
Palo Alto County Outreach may provide holiday food boxes during Thanksgiving 2024 as well, depending on donations.
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Offers gifts and food to those in need for the Christmas 2024 holiday. Reach out to the local County Outreach Office for more information regarding holiday help in the area.
Palo Alto County Outreach may provide holiday food boxes during Thanksgiving 2024 as well, depending on donations.
Offers gifts and food to those in need for the Christmas 2024 holiday. Reach out to the local County Outreach Office for more information regarding holiday help in the area.
Palo Alto County Outreach may provide holiday food boxes during Thanksgiving 2024 as well, depending on donations.
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