Christmas can be difficult for Indiana 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 Indiana that are dedicated to helping low income families (and especially children) have a blessed and enjoyable holiday season.
If you aren’t located in Indiana , then please click here to find free Christmas gifts and food in other US states.
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No matter where in Indiana 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 Indiana 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 Indiana 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.
Allen County
Allen County families that are struggling to afford the holidays this year can get help from several different agencies. We’ve got a full list right here.
Lawrence County
There are several organizations that are working to save Christmas in Lawrence County, Indiana! If you need a little help this holiday season, here’s a list of places that can help you.
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Do u know of any in vanderburgh.
Not yet, Stasi, but we’re working on it! I’ve added that area to our research list and we’ll get that information published here as soon as we can. 🙂
Do you have any resources for Starke county Indiana? tia
Hi, Lisa! I’ve added that area to our research list and we’ll see what we can find.
Did you come up with any places for Starke County?
Laurie,
Our writers are working as quick as we can to keep up with the requests that are coming in. Unfortunately, we don’t have an update for Starke County yet. We will continue to work diligently and we appreciate your patience. In the mean time, you could try 211.org for more information in your area. Thanks.
-Riley
Christmas help in Steuben or DeKalb County
Hi, Shelley! I’ve added both counties to our research list. We’ll look into it as soon as we can!
Help for Marion County
Shirley,
I just added Marion County to our list so we can research it!
-Chloe
I’d like to know of help in Marion County in Indianapolis, Indiana. Thank you!
Misty,
I checked and Marion County is on our research list. We hope to have an update for you soon! Thanks!
Riley
Hi, I am not sure if i’ m overlooking it, but I do not see information on Marion county? Thank you in advance for your time.
Danielle,
This area is currently on our research list. Please check back with us for updates. Thanks.
-Riley
Lake county Indiana please
Hi Sammie,
I just added Lake County to our research list. You might also be able to find some resources using our national article here:
https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
-Chloe
Are there any in Porter County, thanks.
Hi Lorna,
Porter County is on our research list to check out in the future.
Meanwhile, here is some information in Indiana that might be helpful:
https://lowincomerelief.com/category/indiana/
-Chloe
I don’t see Howard county
Danielle,
Hi! I just added Howard County to our research list. Here are some national resources we’ve found that might help you : )
https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
-Chloe
Johnson county
Hi Melissa,
I just added Johnson County to our research list. Here is some national information that might be able to help you:
https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
-Chloe
What is there in Muncie Indiana 47304 thanks for your help. This is a great thing
Hi Kathy,
I just added your area to our research list. Here is our national article you might be able to use to get help:
https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
-Chloe
Orange county
Hi Vickie,
I just added Orange County, Indiana to our research list.
Here is our national article that might be able to help you find some resources –> https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
-Chloe
How about Morgan Co. I haven’t seen it.
Hey Lucretia!
I just checked and Morgan County is on our research list. Meanwhile, you might be able to use our national article to help find some Christmas assistance:
https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
-Chloe
I need help in Marion county. I was in a car accident and off work until further notice. I have 2 children ages 12 & 10 both boys
Hi Philica,
I just added Marion County to our research list. Here is some information we’ve found with national resources:
https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
-Chloe
anything in columbus indiana
Hi Jamie,
I just added that to our research list, but here is our national resource article:
https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
-Chloe
Looking in Scott County
Hi Sarah,
I just put Scott County on our research list. Here are our national resources that might be able to help you: https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
-Chloe
What is available in South Bend (St Joseph County)?
Donna,
I went ahead and added your area to our research list. We should have an update soon. Thanks.
Riley
Randolph County
Valerie,
We don’t currently have any info for Randolph County. I added it to our Research List. Check back for updates. Thanks.
Riley
Greensburg Indiana
Shawni,
I just added your area to our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Madison county Indiana please.
Heather,
I added Madison County to our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Don’t see Huntington,Indiana on the list
Mitch,
I went ahead and put this on the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
I hate doing this but once again things did not plan out like I would have liked and I need help for Christmas. I’m living in Marion In. I’ve got three kids a boy 7, girl 11, and a 16 y/o boy they don’t ever ask for much but as a mother I always do my best to get them something for their Birthdays and Christmas. my oldest is content with a few books and maybe a t-shirt or two, My daughter is into LPS and the LOL dolls, My baby boy is really big on Dinosaurs, and Dragons. I was hoping to get him a 3D dino nightlight that changes colors if I can. Also im willing to come help with any food drives or anything that I can to give back to the community for helping others in their times of need. thank you Autumn
im in grant county
Autumn,
I’ve added this to the research list. Thanks. In the meantime, you could try 211.org for more resources in your area. I hope this helps.
-Riley
Hi, I didn’t see Clinton County or Tippicanoe(sp?) County on here. What resources are available for those two counties?
Cin,
I added both of these to the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
didn’t see vigo county
Debbie,
I added this to the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Don’t see clay County
Angela,
I added Clay County to the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Washington County, Indiana
Alicia,
I just checked and this is currently on our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Marion county please.
Kristin,
This is currently on our research list. Please check back with us for updates. Thanks
-Riley