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.
Get free Christmas gifts and food in Indiana !
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.
Stasi
Do u know of any in vanderburgh.
Nicole Thelin
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. 🙂
Lisa Eslick
Do you have any resources for Starke county Indiana? tia
Nicole Thelin
Hi, Lisa! I’ve added that area to our research list and we’ll see what we can find.
Laurie Beam
Did you come up with any places for Starke County?
Riley Thomson
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
Makhala
Lyons indiana (greene county)
Riley Thomson
Makhala,
I went ahead and added this to the research list just now. Thanks.
-Riley
Shelley
Christmas help in Steuben or DeKalb County
Nicole Thelin
Hi, Shelley! I’ve added both counties to our research list. We’ll look into it as soon as we can!
Rachel
White County?
Riley Thomson
Rachel,
I went ahead and added this to the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Shirley
Help for Marion County
Chloe Skupnick
Shirley,
I just added Marion County to our list so we can research it!
-Chloe
Misty Dawn Kidwell
I’d like to know of help in Marion County in Indianapolis, Indiana. Thank you!
Riley Thomson
Misty,
I checked and Marion County is on our research list. We hope to have an update for you soon! Thanks!
Riley
Danielle
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.
Riley Thomson
Danielle,
This area is currently on our research list. Please check back with us for updates. Thanks.
-Riley
Teresa
Help for Howard County
Riley Thomson
Teresa,
I just checked and this is on our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Sammie
Lake county Indiana please
Chloe Skupnick
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
Lorna
Are there any in Porter County, thanks.
Chloe Skupnick
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
Danielle
I don’t see Howard county
Chloe Skupnick
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
Melissa
Johnson county
Chloe Skupnick
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
Kathy Lamb
What is there in Muncie Indiana 47304 thanks for your help. This is a great thing
Chloe Skupnick
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
Vickie
Orange county
Chloe Skupnick
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
Lucretia Baker
How about Morgan Co. I haven’t seen it.
Chloe Skupnick
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
Philica
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
Chloe Skupnick
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
jamie
anything in columbus indiana
Chloe Skupnick
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
Sarah
Looking in Scott County
Chloe Skupnick
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
Donna Rodgers
What is available in South Bend (St Joseph County)?
Riley Thomson
Donna,
I went ahead and added your area to our research list. We should have an update soon. Thanks.
Riley
Valerie
Randolph County
Riley Thomson
Valerie,
We don’t currently have any info for Randolph County. I added it to our Research List. Check back for updates. Thanks.
Riley
Shawni Metcalf
Greensburg Indiana
Riley Thomson
Shawni,
I just added your area to our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Brooke
Madison county
Riley Thomson
Brooke,
This is currently on our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Heather gmurk
Madison county Indiana please.
Riley Thomson
Heather,
I added Madison County to our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Mitch Parker
Don’t see Huntington,Indiana on the list
Riley Thomson
Mitch,
I went ahead and put this on the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Autumn Teegarden
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
Autumn Teegarden
im in grant county
Riley Thomson
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
Cin
Hi, I didn’t see Clinton County or Tippicanoe(sp?) County on here. What resources are available for those two counties?
Riley Thomson
Cin,
I added both of these to the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
debbie
didn’t see vigo county
Riley Thomson
Debbie,
I added this to the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Angela
Don’t see clay County
Riley Thomson
Angela,
I added Clay County to the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
alicia
Washington County, Indiana
Riley Thomson
Alicia,
I just checked and this is currently on our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Kirstin Bauer
Marion county please.
Riley Thomson
Kristin,
This is currently on our research list. Please check back with us for updates. Thanks
-Riley
Stacey Gullotto
Hi there. First of all, what you are doing is great. I didn’t see Marion County on the list. Do you know anything about Marion?
Riley Thomson
Stacey,
Thanks! I double checked, and this is currently on our research list. Please check back with us for updates.
-Riley
Laura
What about vigo county?
Riley Thomson
Laura,
I just checked and this is already on our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Bettyjean Buerkle
Do you have anything information for union county?
Riley Thomson
Bettyjean,
I just added this to the research list.
-Riley
Molly
There is a family in Chandler Indiana who is need of last minute toys for their children. The father got hurt at wrk and now their in need of help buying toys for 5 children. I have purchased stockings and filled them but I can’t afford to buy toys for them too. I live in Utica ky. The family in need lives in Chandler Indiana.
Riley Thomson
Molly,
I just added this area to our research list. Thanks for helping others.
-Riley
Shayla Hatfield
I didn’t see marshall co.???
Riley Thomson
Shayla,
I just added this to the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Megan Hobson
I need help in Benton County, Indiana. I am a single mom with 2 boys, they are 9 and 4. Any information would be great! Thank you!
Riley Thomson
Megan,
I just added this to the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Leslie
I need assistance in porter county, Indiana
Riley Thomson
Leslie,
I went ahead and put this on the research list. In the meantime, you can try 211.org for more resources near you.
-Riley