Adopt a Family (Since 2006)
Christmas is a time of giving and a special time for families to enjoy the festivities of the holiday season together. This is a time to make precious memories that last forever. Sac Helping Hands team saw that many families were not in a position to celebrate as they would like to. The plan unfolded and we partnered with local businesses to “Adopt a Family” for Christmas.
In a very short period of time, the trend caught on and individuals and families who were in a position to adopt their own family did so as well. Our desire is to be the connecting force to make it happen.
There have been hundreds of families who have been touched by this remarkable giving event — both the givers and the recipients.
Each year we do it a little differently.
We partner with local schools and organizations who nominate families that they know are in situations beyond their control that prevent them from having an enjoyable Christmas. They are interviewed and matched with their adoptive family. Wish lists are created for the kids AND the parents. The Adoptive family or business shops and presents the gifts to the family awaiting the holiday surprise.
Each year we do it a little differently.
Some of our partners have donated Christmas trees, Christmas dinners, some have dropped off gifts themselves. We have gone to different facilities to have a huge “meet, greet, eat and open gifts.” Local retail stores have helped us with gift wrapping stations, complete with Christmas cookies!
The reactions of the families who are surprised with the gifts are priceless. They are so grateful.
The generosity of the businesses, organizations, families and individuals who participate in the giving end of this event is amazing. Talk about the joy of giving……. experience it with us and be a part of Adopt a Family with Sac Helping Hands.