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Need a little Christmas help? We know firsthand how frustrating it is when you can’t provide your kiddos with a huge holiday celebration. Sometimes, financial stress can make the holidays downright stressful and depressing. Fortunately, there are agencies that can help!
Get Christmas help across the US! Click here!
Although we’ve written about the five primary agencies that assist with Christmas across the United States, there are countless smaller, local agencies that also assist with this desperate need.
If you don’t see your city/county listed below, leave us a comment and let us know!
In order to help as many people as possible, we’ve assembled a team of researchers to assist with these requests. Once you’ve made your request, we’ll forward it to our researchers. Once they’re done, we’ll leave a comment here and let you know what they’ve found!
Each list includes a mix of free gifts and free food that will help your family make the most of your holiday season.
Happy holidays!
-Nicole
Here’s what we’ve researched in Louisiana so far:
Baton Rouge
If you reside in Baton Rouge, we’ve found Christmas resources for you! Check out this helpful list of free Christmas gifts and food in your area.
Bossier Parish
Residents of Shreveport, Bossier City, Benton and other nearby areas can receive assistance from several agencies. Click here to find the organizations that offer free Christmas assistance in Bossier Parish!
Jefferson Parish
Whether you live in New Orleans or elsewhere in the Parish, we’ve found several agencies that can help you this holiday season! Check out the list here.
Ouachita Parish
Residents of Holland, Monroe, Sterlington, Richwood and other areas can receive help from these agencies. Check out our list of Ouachita Parish assistance programs here.
Kimberlee says
I’m a single mom in Beauregard witg two babies and another one due in February. My kids all have birthdays right after the holidays. My babies deserve the world. Even if I can’t give it to them
Chloe Skupnick says
Hi Kimberlee!
I know how it is to work hard for those babies! I just checked and it looks like Beauregard Parish is already on our list to research. Keep an eye out for an upcoming article on it!
-Chloe
Ashley Stevens says
Tangipahoa parish information would be helpful.
Riley Thomson says
Ashley,
Sorry for the delayed response, this is on our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Nancy Frazier says
I live in Jackson perish and staying with my daughter and her family there is only one income and three kids here.. would love the help for Christmas PLEASE..
Chloe Skupnick says
Hi Nancy!
I’m sorry to hear that- it’s always tough when you’ve only got one income coming in. I checked and we have Jackson Parish on our research list. Meanwhile, you might be able to find some resources with our national article:
https://lowincomerelief.com/save-money-on-your-power-bill/
-Chloe
Tabitha Slaughter says
I live with my nieces and there children and I raise my granddaughter and my niece is also taking care of two other children while there mom is in rehab . I receive ssi and good stamps we live in Duson La but we are also one block to Lafayette. So I don’t know what parish to ask for help with Christmas presents for the kids in Acaida or Lafayette our kids go to school in Lafayette parish
Thank you for your time and help God bless you and your family
The Aunt worried about the kids for Christmas
Chloe Skupnick says
Hi Tabitha!
Both Acaida and Lafayette are on our list to research.
Meanwhile, here is our national resource article:
https://lowincomerelief.com/need-christmas-help-get-free-toys-food/
and here’s what we’ve found in Louisiana:
https://lowincomerelief.com/louisiana/
-Chloe
Robbin Ledoux says
I have 3 grandkids and my daughter is having a rough time with funds ..we live in st.Landry parish ..please let me know if there is any help I can get for her for the holidays with food and gifts around opelousas louisiana..greatly appreciated
Riley Thomson says
Hi Robbin,
I’m so sorry to hear that your daughter is having a rough time. I added St. Landry Parish to our research list. Please check back soon for an update. Thank you!
-Riley
Tabitha Rae Pearson says
Hi, I’m a mom to six with a disabled veteran husband. I live in tangipahoa and really need some assistance for Christmas this year.
Riley Thomson says
Tabitha,
I went ahead and put this on our research list. Keep checking with us for updates. In the meantime, you could try 211.org for more resources in your area. i hope this helps.
-Riley
Tomekia Dunning says
Hello my name Tomekia
I have four kids two of them are 15 &16 an the other two are 12&2 I wasn’t able to get anything last year! Because I missed the sign up! With the salvation army, last year an this year. We only have one income an that is going towards bills. An I can’t find any jobs that will work around my husband work schedule. An the work that I wanna do I can’t do because of an injury I received on my last job, I can’t lift anything over 50 pounds with my right arm. But I wanna know are there any other options for me this year for my two daughters this year.
Riley Thomson says
Hello Tomekia,
I’m so sorry to hear your family is struggling. We do all of our research by state and then county. What county are you looking for information in?
-Riley
shalisa says
Hometown Jeanerette, Louisiana. I have 6 kids and I’m looking for some help this holiday season. Housing assistance and gifts for my kids if you can help.
Riley Thomson says
Shalisa,
I went ahead and put this on the research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Ruth says
Recently had surgery and am unable to be at work. Could you please research Washington parish . I have custody of a 3 year old little gir (she turns 4 in January)l who has been through a lot. All other income is going towards bills right now and would greatly appreciate a little help
Riley Thomson says
Ruth,
I hope you have a speedy recovery! I added Washington parish to our research list. Here is what information we have on saving on utilities. If you don’t see your company listed, let me know so I can add it to our research list too! I hope this helps.
-Riley
Desirae Ivy says
What about Richland parish
Riley Thomson says
Desirae,
I added this to the research list. Thanks.
Karen Boults says
Hi, I am a 34 year old single mother i live in forest Hill, La I recently seperated from my husband this past year and I’m currently going back to school. This year has been the hardest I can barely make ends meet. I have teo sons 14 and 2 and four daughters 13, 6, 4, and 1. I would greatly appreciate any help I can get so they can have a merry Christmas thanks so much Karen Boults
Riley Thomson says
Karen,
I went ahead and put this on the research list. Have you checked to see if we have any information for low income solutions for your power bill? Also, I’m not sure if you qualify, but if you do, here is our information on EBT. Including How to apply for Food Stamps, and how to get more food stamps. I hope this helps.
-Riley
Ashley King says
Opelousas la please help!!
Riley Thomson says
Ashley,
I just checked, and this area is currently on our research list. Thanks.
-Riley
Kimberly Hebert says
Hi, I was wondering if you could please give me some information for Washington Parish,for my Sister In Law who has 3 little ones that are in need of Christmas gifts, and clothing. She has tried Salvation Army but missed the deadline for sign up,and a few other organizations with no luck as of now. So I was wondering if you knew of any local places she could get help with. Thanks so much. God Bless, and Merry Christmas to you all.
Riley Thomson says
Kimberly,
Washington Parish is currently on our research list. We are working as quickly as possible to work through all of the requests we’ve had. Please check back with us for updates. In the meantime, you could try 211.org for more resources available in your area. I hope this helps.
-Riley
Erika Porche says
Hi! Im wondering about Terrebonne Parish? Houma, La ..
Riley Thomson says
Erika,
I went ahead and added this to the research list just now. Thanks.
-Riley
Ashley Istre says
Hi everyone, I feel like I have failed as a parent, I have 3 wonderful kids, two girls, 10 & 8 and my handsome son who is 7. I haven’t seen my two youngest n almost 2 years. There’s a good chance I get to have them this Christmas. I’m so excited but so scared at the same time. I’ve been trying to get a job. Putting applications everywhere n calling to check on them but no luck around the holidays. My babies might not be able to get anything for christmas. I’m really beating myself up about this. I’m so depressed, they have missed me so much n I have missed them more then they can ever imagine. Words can’t describe how I feel right now. I have never asked for help, but I’m to my lowest point, and I want to make this the best Christmas ever for them. It will already be the best for me Cause I will have my babies home with me. That’s all I ever wanted for Christmas. Hope everyone gets what they want for Christmas. Much love from my family to yours. Merry Christmas
Riley Thomson says
Ashley,
How exciting you get to have them for Christmas! What county/state are you looking for resources in?
-Riley
April says
Baton rouge, Louisiana not on here . Unemployed and four kids. Thank you
Riley Thomson says
April,
We do have some resources for Christmas help in Baton Rouge. Clicking on the links within the articles will help you find more info.
-Riley
Paula S. says
My name is Paula and I am looking for possible information in Lafayette Parish or even Opelousas area.
Riley Thomson says
Paula,
Thanks for reaching out. I went ahead and added this area to our research list.
-Riley
Lena Sparacio says
I will return home after being in the hospital for 6 months. I am disabled and can not cook for Christmas Day. If I could be put on the list to be included with those receiving Christmas food I wold appreciate it. I am home bound and will not be able to pick it up. If there is someone delivering in my area and would be able to bring it to me, I would be so grateful, Thank you for the kind work
that you do. It means more than words can express.
Jefferson Parish in Louisiana(suburb of New Orleans). Not sure how to apply. Please advise. Thank you,
Lena
Riley Thomson says
Lena,
I’m so glad you are home from the hospital. I hope you are recovering well. Low Income Relief connects families with local resources. We do not give help directly to our readers. I double checked, and your area is currently on our research list. In the meantime, you could try 211.org for more resources near you.
-Riley
Brooke says
How can I get help for my 3 grandkids for Christmas? My son has a job but work slowed down n rent, electric etc is past due and the kids won’t have a Christmas this year. Breaking my heart n I can’t this year help them. Help Iberia parish
Riley Thomson says
Brooke,
I’m so sorry to hear about their circumstance. We do have some information about saving on your electric bill here. I also double checked and Iberia parish is currently on our research list. Please check back with us for updates. Thanks.
-Riley
Carrie Riddle says
I am a single mother of 3 and have been in congestive heart failure for the past 2 years! I am unemployed and cannot provide Christmas for my children! I didn’t ask for help last year and have regretted it! But this year I am praying for Christmas memories for my children as my condition is not great although I’ve outlived the original prognosis time line in my soul I feel this may be their last year to have Xmas memories with me! Please help! I’m in Livingston parish Louisiana and am not familiar with any helping agencies! Thank you in advance
Carrie
Hannah Benge says
We don’t have anything for this area yet but I’ve added it to the research list. In the meantime, I would try this https://youtu.be/UDx9ISmIlAg. Good luck! -Hannah