Christmas can be difficult for Idaho families, especially when they can’t afford Christmas gifts or a special Christmas dinner for their families. We know firsthand how frustrating it is when you can’t provide your kiddos with the holiday celebration they expect or yearn for. Sometimes, the money just isn’t there.
Fortunately, we’ve found help! There are agencies all around Idaho that are dedicated to helping low income families (and especially children) have a blessed and enjoyable holiday season.
If you aren’t located in Idaho, then please click here to find free Christmas gifts and food in other US states.
Get free Christmas gifts and food in Idaho!
No matter where in Idaho you’re located, these agencies may be able to help. They serve most of the United States.
Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is famous for their holiday bell-ringers who gather donations. In addition to these fundraising efforts, they also save Christmas for low income families across the country by providing free gifts and food. In order to get help from the Salvation Army, visit their website to find your local chapter.
Toys for Tots
Toys for Tots is another famous Christmas campaign that distributes toys to children who need them. In order to receive help from the Marines Toys for Tots drive, you’ll need to visit their official website.
Get free Christmas gifts and food in your local Idaho community!
There are many people and organizations working to save Christmas for local families. These agencies operate on a local level and can only be found by investigating what exists in your local community. We’re doing that research for you, one Idaho county at a time!
If you don’t see your county on this list, please leave a comment and let me know. This series is written entirely by reader request so we don’t start working on a new area until we receive a request for it.
Twin Falls County
There are many Churches and other charitable organizations that are working to save Christmas in Twin Falls County! If you need a little help this holiday season, here’s a list of places that can help you.
maryanne
Tuesday 9th of November 2021
Kootenai county
Chandra
Sunday 24th of November 2019
Arco, Idaho.
Riley Thomson
Monday 25th of November 2019
Chandra, I added this to the research list just now. Thanks. -Riley
jodie
Thursday 18th of October 2018
I am looking for some Christmas help for my grandkids. If you know anyone willing to help me provide Christmas presents and food. I would really appreciate the help
Riley Thomson
Friday 19th of October 2018
Jodie, Here at low income relief we try to find resources by county. Please let us know which county you are looking for help in. In the mean time, we may have some national resources that could be of use to you! Thanks. -Riley
Teresa Mason
Friday 28th of September 2018
Sagle Idaho / Sandpoint Idaho
Chloe Skupnick
Saturday 29th of September 2018
Hi Teresa, I just checked and we don't have your area yet, but I added it to our research list. Here is the national article that has some resources you might be able to use: https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
We also found some other types of help in Idaho: https://lowincomerelief.com/idaho/
-Chloe
Tiffany
Thursday 7th of June 2018
Lewiston Id?
Nicole
Friday 8th of June 2018
Thanks, Tiffany! I've added that to our research list. We'll get that information for you as soon as we can. :)