Your family, company or organization is invited to select a local holiday collection drive this season. As you are choosing items to gift, imagine the smiles you will bring! Thank you for spreading generosity and doing good for our neighbors.
Are you, your business or your organization providing items to a local nonprofit for a Holiday Collection Drive?
Which of these local nonprofit Holiday Collection Drives would you like to learn about?
CIRA - Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement
Down Syndrome Alliance of the Midlands
Millard Public Schools Foundation
Paralyzed Veterans of America Great Plains Chapter
Abide's goal is to collect 3,000 toys to provide 1,000 kids with new toys this Christmas! Shop their Amazon wish list below and have them shipped to Abide or purchase a new toy for ages 0-10 and drop it off.
Abide's Christmas Store where families are able to shop the donated toys for free is on Saturday, December 14th. Sign up to volunteer!
You may ship items via the wish list or visit this link to see a list of drop off locations and addresses.
If you are a business or organization and would like to receive a toy donation box, please email Alexis at alexis@abidenetwork.org
On December 7, 2024, Apex Community Services is excited to host Holidays in the Village, a special event aimed at supporting families in our community by connecting them with local resources and providing an opportunity to shop for gifts and essentials. They are inviting over 50 area nonprofits and community organizations to participate, anticipating a diverse and engaged audience. With the recent decision by Project Intentional to discontinue their similar event, Apex is committed to filling this vital gap in our community. Your support can help make a significant difference in the lives of local children and families. Our goal is to serve 500 families (or over 1,500 individuals). Last year, Project Intentional served 1,500 families, so there is a huge need!
Items can be dropped off at 4805 N 72nd St. Omaha, NE 68134 - please make sure they are marked for Apex Community Services. Items can also be shipped directly to from the wish list.
At Ease USA is gathering items for low-income, elderly veterans such as socks, blankets, puzzles, hats, gloves, big print crossword puzzles/word finds, snack baskets, lotions, etc by December 13, 2024.
The items will be wrapped and donated to a low-income retirement facility to be distributed to veteran residents. The number of individuals impacted will be determined on the number of donations received.
Items may be dropped at the At Ease USA office, 10605 Burt Circle, Omaha, NE 68114. Online donations may also be made here, note "Holiday Collection Drive" in the donation code box.
CASA for Douglas County empowers dedicated Volunteer Advocates to make a lasting impact in the lives of children who have experienced abuse and neglect. Every holiday season, they host a special celebration for both Volunteer Advocates and the children they serve—a night filled with laughter, joy, and plenty of gifts! Each child receives a personalized gift (around $30) and a fun board game to brighten their holidays.
Want to make a difference? Check out their Amazon Wish List, where you’ll find the children's specific gift requests as their advocates gather their wishes during October and November. Your generosity can help make their holidays unforgettable!
Items can be delivered to the CASA office at 2412 Saint Mary's Avenue, Omaha, NE 68105. Items can also be dropped off at the CASA office during business hours Monday-Thursday from 9-5 or Fridays from 9-1.
As the holiday season approaches, we're reminded of the joy and wonder that every child deserves to experience during this magical time. Yet, for far too many children in our community, the holidays bring uncertainty, heartache and fear instead of joy.
At Child Saving Institute, they believe that the true magic of the season isn't found underneath the tree, but rather in people like you. For over 130 years, CSI's Substitute Santas have carried forward a legacy of caring, wrapping children in the warmth of love and hope when they need it most.
While monetary donations are crucial to supply a reliable source of funding to sustain vital programs, CSI is hosting a collection drive for physical donations as well. They can only accept NEW items, so please order from their list directly!
Items can be shipped directly to CSI's main campus at 4545 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68132. Just add "Attn: Substitute Santa" to the address block so the gifts don't get lost! Items can also be dropped off at the main campus during business hours from December 4th - 6th.
CIRA will be extending a warm welcome to hundreds of refugee adults and children in Omaha over the upcoming cold months. As the temperature drops, your support becomes a vital source of warmth for newcomers.
Your gift to the CIRA Warm Welcome Winter Clothes Drive will not only offer physical warmth, but also symbolize a compassionate embrace from the Omaha community. Join CIRA in ensuring that every newcomer feels the warmth and support they need during this chilly season. Your generosity will help create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for those in Omaha.
Items requested: Coats, Gloves, Scarves, Hats, Ear muffs, Boots
Items can be dropped off at 4223 Center Street Omaha, NE 68105
Contact aostrowski@ciraconnect.org with questions.
Completely KIDS is hosting two drives: Winter Coat Drive (now - October 11): Please help provide NEW winter coats with tags on for our kids this winter. Sizes Youth XS - Adult XL are accepted. Holiday Gift Drive (now - December 2): Please help provide gifts for all of the children in their programs. Each kid in their program receives at least one wrapped gift before going on holiday break. Gifts need to be between $25- $30.
Items can be dropped off to 2566 St. Mary's Avenue ATTN: Ismael Alvarez del Castillo; pickup is also available. Please call 402-397-5809. Monetary donations are also accepted in lieu of physical donations. Give here and enter donation code HOLIDAY DRIVE.
Down Syndrome Alliance of the Midlands is seeing people to adopt families for the Holiday. Families create their own wish lists which are then shared with the family or organization who "adopted" that family. Designated drop off days are in early December. Email Leah at boldt@dsamidlands.org by December 10 to learn more.
Toys will be distributed to families in need at Heartland Hope Mission's Hope-Filled Christmas event. Last year, they provided toys to over 5,000 children. This year, with overall numbers at a 134% increase compared to 2021, they anticipate serving over 6,000 children this Christmas.
Items requested: Brand new toys to be delivered by December 18
Donations can be dropped off at the West O location (15555 Industrial Rd) during the following times: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9 am-4 pm, Saturdays 9:30 am-12 pm
Humble and Kind is hosting a Donation Drive at 1502 Galvin Rd S, Bellevue on Tuesday, December 3rd from 9am-Noon.
Drop off any baby items, kids clothing, hygiene supplies, bedding, towels, household supplies like laundry detergent, hand soap, dish soap, cleaning supplies, new socks and underwear.
Contact humbleandkindnebraska@gmail.com with questions.
MICAH House is seeking the following before December 18th: winter clothes for adults and children, hygiene products, toys for the kids such as hot wheels, baby dolls, puzzles, Legos, action figures, etc.
In addition, canned food items is a big need this time of year. The food is used to make the meals that clients eat at the shelter. They use about 280 cans a week.
Around the holidays, they want MICAH House to feel like home for the kiddos so having those toys to give them will help them feel as if Santa stopped by just for them. As it's starting to get colder, some clients don't have fall/winter clothing. The winter weather can be very unpredictable and if a client needs to leave the shelter for whatever reason, they want to make sure they are well equipped for that weather.
Items can be dropped off in person at1415 Avenue J in Council Bluffs their East garage door. Donation hours are M-F from 1-5pm or email kwolbach@themicahhouse.org for alternatives.
Nebraska Diaper Bank is collecting diapers November 1-30 with the 4th Annual Core Bank Diaper Drive. Diapers can be dropped off at any Core Bank branch, or let Nebraska Diaper Bank double your impact and turn your dollars into diapers! All the details can be found at www.nebraskadiaperbank.org/events-news
Project Christmas Joy is a holiday tradition at OHB where holidays are made brighter for youth, young adults and families. Through Project Christmas Joy, OHB is seeking donations of new gifts and necessities for young adults ages 17 to 24. Items that top this year's wish list include: bedding sets (sizes Twin XL or Full/Queen), name brand crew socks, cooking utensils, bead and art kits, puzzles, board games and card games, body wash gift sets, and Lego sets. Gifts and necessities can be purchased from OHB's Amazon Gift Registry for quick and easy delivery to their youth!
Donations can also be dropped off at Omaha Home for Boys. Please contact RaeAnn at rknoell@ohb.org to schedule a delivery time.
Paralyzed Veterans of America Great Plains Chapter is seeking $20 or $25 gift cards to Target, Walmart, local stores, etc. These gift cards are used to support veterans with spinal cord injuries and their families through programming prizes and fundraising raffles.
Gift cards can be dropped off or mailed to Great Plains PVA, 7612 Maple St., Omaha, NE 68134
Project Harmony supports over 400 children and families with gifts during the holiday season. These items play a powerful role in giving a child hope and comfort.
All donated items must be new and unwrapped. At this time, donations can be shipped directly to Project Harmony or dropped off by appointment only. Email Gabby Hogan (ghogan@projectharmony.com) to schedule a drop off time, to confirm you sent a package, or with any questions regarding Wish List items.
Items will be distributed to refugee families in Restoring Dignity's Welcome Home Education classes. Educators will provide instructions on hand washing, dish washing and using a dishwasher along with the supplies provided. They are hoping to collect enough soap to last a year!
Items requested: Hand Soap, Dish Soap, Dishwasher Detergent Tabs
Items can be purchased and sent directly via the wishlist OR purchased and dropped off in-person at 3260 Davenport Street on December 5th & 6th. Contact bridget@rdomaha.org for more information.
Stephen Center is seeking donations of: board games, craft kits for children and adults, travel coffee mugs, reusable water bottles, $10 gas gift cards, movie theatre gift cards, baseballs, basketbals, footballs, hoodies/sweatpants/leggies of all sizes, and costume jewelry sets.
The Merry Mart will provide Stephen Center clients the opportunity to shop for their children at no cost from donated items. Gifts for adults are also needed so everyone at Stephen Center can open a gift on Christmas morning.
To participate, community members can drop-off items at Stephen Center’s Donation Dock (2723 Q Street), or shop the wish list and ship directly by Monday, December 9, 2024.
Women's Center for Advancement's toy drive will support clients and their children by allowing parents, with help from their advocate, to sign up and choose toys their children will enjoy on December 20th and 23rd. This empowers families to give meaningful gifts, easing financial stress and creating joyful holiday moments for those in need.
They ask that all donations be delivered by December 18th. Donations can be dropped off in person at WCA (3801 Harney St Omaha, NE 68131), M-F between 8:30-5, or purchased through the Amazon wish list and shipped directly.
