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.
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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.
Victoria Vetor
Monday 13th of December 2021
I did not see Grant County on the list. I'm 61 years old and I have a 21 year mentally handicapped granddaughter who lives with me. I recently lost my home because of my service animal and granddaughter's out burst,but I just recently have gotten my great great niece and nephew who I have been taking care of and was really needing help with Christmas for them. I receive SSDI and after bills and food I'm broke. Just wondering if I could get help.
Isaac
Monday 13th of December 2021
Thanks for letting me know! I’ll get that added to our research list and we’ll get that information added as soon as we can.
Debbie Vinson
Monday 6th of December 2021
Help I. Dearborn County and Ripley County????
Isaac
Tuesday 7th of December 2021
Thanks for letting me know! I’ll get that added to our research list and we’ll get that information added as soon as we can.
Chas
Saturday 27th of November 2021
Do you have anything for Jay or Randolph counties?
Isaac
Thursday 9th of December 2021
Thanks for letting me know! I’ll get that added to our research list and we’ll get that information added as soon as we can.
Jasmine Y Rodriguez
Wednesday 4th of November 2020
elkhart county?
Hannah Benge
Monday 9th of November 2020
I've added this to the research list. Thank you!-Hannah
Leslie
Monday 23rd of December 2019
I need assistance in porter county, Indiana
Riley Thomson
Monday 23rd of December 2019
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