We know that the holidays can be a challenging time. That’s why we want to help you find the best resources for your family this holiday season. Our network of local partners offer free holiday toy programs just for you. Check out the list below and find a resource that suits your needs. We hope you have a wonderful holiday!
Adams County
Event: ANGEL TREE PROGRAM
Organization: ADAMS COUNTY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT
How to Apply: Applications can be filled out at St. Josephs Center, 151 E State St. Adams, WI. Please make sure to sign up for the program during one of the dates/times listed in the link below.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/AdamsCountyAngelTree
Brown County
Event: Holiday Assistance
Organization: Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay
Dates: Registration Opens Nov 13
How to Apply: Please apply online. If unable to apply online, in-person sign up: Thursday, November 17 1 pm – 3 pm Tuesday, November 29 9 am – 11 am
Website: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/greenbay/
Chippewa County
Event: 2023 SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS OF CHIPPEWA COUNTY
Organization: SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS OF CHIPPEWA COUNTY
How to Apply: Applications may be downloaded from the website or at Chippewa County Department of Human Services. Applications can be mailed or emailed back to the organization (must arrive before November 21, 2023).
Agency Website: http://www.thespiritofchristmasofchippewacounty.com/index.html
Dane County
Event: EMPTY STOCKING CLUB
Organization: WISCONSIN STATE JOURNAL YOUTH SERVICES
Address: 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison WI, 53713
How to Apply: Apply at: https://www.emptystockingclub.com/apply Application deadline is Dec. 7. The 2023 toy giveaway event will take place on Dec. 13 & 14 at the Alliant Energy Center, Madison, WI from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on both days.
Event: LCEC HOLIDAY GIFT
Organization: LUSSIER COMMUNITY EDUCATION CENTER
Address: 55 South Gammon Road, Madison WI, 53717
How to Apply: Apply online at https://lcecmadison.org/giving-programs/holiday-gift/
Applications accepted October 1-October 31 Website available 24 hours/day, 7 days/year
Eau Claire County
Event: 2023 TOYS FOR TOTS
Organization: SALVATION ARMY BREAD OF LIFE ASSISTANCE CENTER, THE
Address: 2211 South Hastings Way, Eau Claire WI, 54701
How to Apply: Applications can be picked up and returned at Salvation Army. No applications will be accepted after November 22, 2023, people can still call after this date to see if any assistance is available.
Green Lake County
Event: Angel Tree Program
Organization: Green Lake County Department of Health & Human Services
How to Apply: Complete the link to the form or call their office 920-294-4070 by no later than Friday, Nov. 6
For more Info: https://www.princetonschooldistrict.org/cms_files/resources/Angel%20Tree%20Program%20application%2020.pdf
Event: SENIOR BALL
Organization: GREEN LAKE COUNTY AGING UNIT
Address: 492 Hills Street, Green Lake
Dates: Nov. 30 from 3 – 5 PM
How to Register: Pre-register by visiting the website https://www.greenlakecountywi.gov/register-for-the-senior-ball/ or by calling 920-294-4070
Fond du Lac County
Event: Operation Santa (Send a letter to Santa (Toy Assistance also available)
Organization: USPS
Dates: Mail letter by no later than Dec. 11.
How to Apply: Families should address letters to 123 Elf Road, North Pole 88888 and post marked no later than December 11. See website for details https://www.uspsoperationsanta.com/how
Event: Holiday Crafts
Organization: Fond du Lac Library
Dates: Nov. 8, Nov. 29. Nov. 30. Create fun gifts and personalized decorations during November in the library’s makerspace. Most of these programs have limited space, so register early for a chance to participate.
For More Info: https://www.fdlpl.org/news/get-ready-holidays-during-novembers-lets-make-series-idea-studio
Grant County
Event: 2023 GRANT COUNTY HOLIDAY PROJECT
Organization: GRANT COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Address: 8820 Wisconsin 35, Lancaster WI, 5381
How to Apply: Complete the application online at: http://www.grantcountyholidayproject.com/ or download an application or call to request an application and return these to 245 W. Elm St. Lancaster WI 53813. Applications due November 14, 2023 Pick-up dates and times will be listed on pick up slips.
Green Lake County
Event: Angel Tree Program
Organization: Green Lake COunty Department of Health & Human Services
How to Apply: Complete registration form by Nov. 6. If you have any questions please call 920-294-4070
For more info: Link to Application: https://www.princetonschooldistrict.org/cms_files/resources/Angel%20Tree%20Program%20application%2020.pdf
Jefferson County
Event: CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY
Organization: JEFFERSON COUNTY CHRISTMAS NEIGHBORS
How to Apply: Call 920-674-4499 to complete application starting October 30th; NO IN- PERSON REGISTRATION for 2023; APPLICATION DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 4, 2023. Distribution takes place mid-December in the Activity Center at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds;
Juneau County
Event: Toys for Joy
Organization: Hatch Public Library / Mauston Food Pantry
How to Apply: Registration forms may be picked up at Hatch Public Library, Mauston Food Pantry or by calling Gail C. at 608-847-7911. Forms must be submitted by Wednesday, Nov. 29 2023.
Langlade County
Event: The Giving Tree
Organization: Langlade County
How to Apply: Register online by November 22, 2023. Online registration form: https://forms.gle/NnAye3EpCVdRorhH6
Lincoln County
Event: LINCOLN COUNTY GIVING TREE
Organization: CHRISTMAS SPIRIT
How to Apply: Application deadline is November 15, 2023. Call for more information on where to pick up gift tags, how to make monetary donations, and how to volunteer. APPLICATION SITES INCLUDE: Merrill Fire Department, 110 Pier Street, Merrill
Oneida County
Event: CHRISTMAS GIFT PROGRAM
Organization: ONEIDA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Address: 1 South Oneida Avenue, Rhinelander WI, 54501
How to Apply: Pick up applications at Social Services starting October 9, 2023. The 2023 deadline is December 1. Late applications may be accepted based on availability. Please call 715-362-5695 to find out if late applications are being accepted.
Event: Christmas Toy Shop
Organization: The Salvation Army of Oneida County & United Church of Christ
How to Apply: This online registration will take the place of in-person for the 2023 Christmas Assistance program. This program is for families that live in Rhinelander and attend the Rhinelander and Minocqua School District. Please use the online registration form: https://thesalvationarmywi.regfox.com/2023-oneida-county-toy-shop-registration#registrants
Manitowoc County
Event: Toys for Tots (Salvation Army)
Organization: Salvation Army
Address: 415 N. 6th. St. Manitowoc, WI
How to Apply: Apply in person. Signup last date: Monday November 6, 2023, 11:00am – 5:00pm. Distribution date is December 11 & 12. Any Questions, please call 920-684-7117
Marathon County
Event: TOY GIVEAWAY
Organization: SAINT MARK LUTHERAN CHURCH
Address: 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau WI, 54401
2023 distribution date: Friday, December 1 5pm-7pm.
How to Apply: Walk in during distribution hours. No pre-registration required.
Event: CHRISTMAS CHARITIES
Organization: THE SALVATION ARMY – MARATHON COUNTY
Address: 202 Callon Street, Wausau WI, 54401
How to Apply: Walk in during registration hours with required documentation, first come first served
2023 walk in application dates: November 7 9am-2pm; November 8 1pm-6pm; November 9 10am-3pm; November 14 9am-2pm; November 15 1pm-6pm; November 16 10am-3pm. Distribution dates will be provided to registered families
Administrative Phone: 715-845-4272
Agency Website: http://www.sawausau.org
Event: TOYS FOR TOTS PROGRAM
Organization: ST VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY – MARSHFIELD
Address: 169 North Central Avenue, Marshfield WI, 54449
How to Apply: Attend one of the distribution dates listed and complete an application.
Friday, December 8, 2023 – 8 am to 6 pm Saturday, December 9, 2023 – 9 am to 12:30 am Monday, December 11, 2023 – 11 am to 6 pm Tuesday, December 12, 2023 – 8 am to 2 p
Monroe County
Event: 2023 TOYS FOR TOTS
Organization: TOMAH LIONS CLUB
Address: 202 East Juneau Street, Tomah WI, 54660
How to Apply: Families may apply online at http://tomahlions.org between November 1 and December 1, 2023.
Portage County
Event: Toys for Tots
Organization: Marine Corps Reserve/CWEC
Address: 10401 Lystul Rd, Rosholt, WI 54473
How to Apply: Please email iola.wi@toysfortots.org or call 715-677-2211 by December 8th 2023.
For more information: https://iola-wi.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/request-toys.aspx
Rock County
Event: CHILDRENS CHRISTMAS BENEFIT
Organization: ORFORDVILLE CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS BENEFIT CHARITIES
Address: 14934 West Dorner Road, Brodhead WI, 53520
Dates: Referrals due: December 3, 2021 Distribution: Saturday December 18, from 8am
For More Info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Orfordville-Childrens-Christmas-Benefit/243680555692491
Event: ANGEL TREE
Organization: SALVATION ARMY
Address: 514 Sutherland Avenue, Janesville WI, 53545
Dates: Distribution Dates: December 14 & 15
How to Apply: Families must register online at saangeltree.org.
Event: ANGEL TREE
Organization: SALVATION ARMY
Address: 628 Broad Street Beloit
Dates: This program provides gift cards for individuals and families with or without children. Once approved families will receive an email with pick up location and dates.
How to Apply: Families must register online at saangeltree.org between October 15 – December 7th. ** families can only register at one organization i.e.: ECHO, Salvation Army etc. but not both.
Event: Toys for Tots
Organization: Marine Corps Reserve
How to Apply: Online registration will begin October 1, 2023.
For More information: https://beloit-wi.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/request-toys.aspx
Event: Gifts For Children 12 and Under
Organization: CARITAS
Address: 2840 Prairie Avenue Beloit
Agency Phone Number: 608-362-4403
For More Info: Caritas will be handing out Santa-Visit gifts for children 12 and under. Families are eligible if they have used Caritas services twice this year. Caritas staff will be discussing the
program with families as they come to their facility
Event: Toys for Evansville
Organization: AWARE in Evansville
Address: 209 S. 1st Street Evansville, WI
Agency Phone Number: 608.882.9900
For More Info: Families must meet income requirements and will need to show income from the last 30 days. Families can either choose to receive gifts and a meal for their family or a gift card to purchase these items. Register by November 9th either on AWARE’s Facebook page, or pick up forms at the school or AWARE.
Event: Christmas Toy Drive
Organization: ECHO
Address: 65 S. High Street Janesville
Dates: Pre-register in person between Oct. 2 to Dec 6, 2023 at ECHO 65 S. High Street Janesville,
How to Apply: Toy Distribution dates will be assigned to families at registration. Guardians can sign up children birth-18yr. Every child will receive a gift card from a store in Janesville and some stocking stuffers.
Sauk County
Event: CARING TREE
Organization: ST VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY OF SAUK PRAIRIE – ROXBURY
Address: 815 19th Street, Prairie du Sac WI, 53578
How to Apply: Applications are available online at https://www.stvdpsaukprairie.com/caring-tree or at the store Applications are due back by November 4th, 2023. If you have any questions in regard to your application call 608-643-8905 ext. 12
Sheboygan County
Event: Christmas Assistance
Dates: October 1 12:00AM – November 27, 2023 9:00PM
Organization: Sheboygan Salvation Army
Address: 710 Pennsylvania Ave, Sheboygan, WI 53081
How to Apply: Register for assistance from their website or call 920-458-3723.
Website: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/sheboygan/events/christmas-assistance-sign-up-4/
Event: Shop with a Cop
Organization: Sheboygan County Law Enforcement Association
How to Apply: Contact an FSC Case Manager to refer you to a referring organization.
For More info: https://www.sheboygancounty.com/departments/departments-r-z/sheriff-s-department/community-projects/shop-with-a-cop
Event: Lights Show, Entertainment, & Santa Visits
Organization: Making Spirits Bright
Address: Evergreen Park, 3030 Calumet Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53081 and the Quarryview Center, 3401 Calumet Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53081.
Dates/Hours: Lights are Friday after Thanksgiving – New Year’s Eve from 5-9PM (Closed Dec 24, 2023). See website for Santa Visits and other entertainment.
More info: Drive through Evergreen Park during the hours of operation or visit the Quarryview Center for entertainment. Drive and Santa visits are free or with small food donation (not required). Website: https://makingspiritsbright.com/
Taylor County
Event: GIVING TREE
Organization: TAYLOR COUNTY GIVING TREE
Address: 1129 West Broadway Avenue, Medford WI, 54451
How to Apply: Apply online or you can also pick up a paper application at River of Hope Church in Medford or at the Medford Chamber office. Last day we will accept applications is Friday, Dec 2, 2022.
Agency Website: https://www.facebook.com/taylorcountygivingtree/
Wood County
Event: HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE
Organization: FOCUS
Address: 2321 West Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids WI, 54495
How to Apply: Must apply online for toys https://wisconsin-rapids-wi.toysfortots.org
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