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.
For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/AdamsCountyAngelTree
Brown County
Event: Holiday Assistance
Organization: Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay
Dates: Registration Opens Nov 11 and closes November 27
How to Apply: Please apply online. If unable to apply online, in-person sign up at The Corps Community Center on November 19 from 4 pm – 6 pm
For More Information: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/greenbay/brighten-the-holidays/
Event: THE GREAT TOY GIVEAWAY
Organization: CHRISTMAS MEALS AND ASSISTANCE
Address: 1460 Shawano Avenue, Green Bay WI, 54303
Dates: Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 10am church service. Registration begins at 9am.
How to Apply: Walk in to pre-register 9am-10am December 22, 2024. First come first served.
Chippewa County
Event: 2024 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 25, 2024).
For More Information: 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. 4.
Event: Spirit of Giving
Organization: Sunshine Place
How to Apply: The Sun Prairie Spirit of Giving Program matches families in need of gifts for their children during the December holiday season with community members who want to help. This program provides assistance to families who live in or attend the Sun Prairie Area School District. Family registration will be open November 1st through 15th. The sign up to sponsor a family will open on November 16th. See below for more information. Please email spiritofgiving@sunshineplace.orgif you have questions.
For More Information: https://sunshineplace.org/services/child-outreach/spirit-of-giving/
Door County
Event: CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE
Organization: DOOR COUNTY TOYS FOR KIDS
Address: PO Box 825, Sturgeon Bay WI, 54235
How to Apply: Application available online 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. | Application deadline December 9, 2024. In person registration at PATH Club House (340 Jaycee Court, Sturgeon Bay) November 24 from 2pm-4pm and December 8 from 10am-12 Noon
For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/DoorCountyToysForKids
Eau Claire County
Event: 2024 TOYS FOR TOTS Eau Claire
Organization: SALVATION ARMY
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 27, 2024, people can still call after this date to see if any assistance is available.
Event: 2024 FESTIVAL OF TOYS
Organization: FAMILY PROMISE OF THE CHIPPEWA VALLEY
Address: 309 East Lake Street, Eau Claire WI, 54701
How to Apply: Complete the application available on the website: https://www.familypromisecv.org/christmas/ Application deadline is November 29th, 2024
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. 9.
How to Apply: Families should address letters to 123 Elf Road, North Pole 88888 and post marked no later than December 9. See website for details https://www.uspsoperationsanta.com/how
Grant County
Event: 2024 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 December 5th. Pick-up dates and times will be listed on pick up slips.
Jefferson County
Event: CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY
Organization: JEFFERSON COUNTY CHRISTMAS NEIGHBORS
How to Apply: Call 920-674-4499 to complete application starting November 4, 2024. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 9, 2024.
Juneau County
Event: Toys for Joy
Organization: Hatch Public Library
Address: 111 West State Street Mauston, WI 53948
How to Apply: Registration forms may be picked up at Hatch Public Library in downtown Mauston, or by calling 608-847-4454. Forms must be submitted by Nov. 27 2024.
Event: CHRISTMAS FOR KIDS & GIVING TREE
Organization: GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH
Address: 226 Erickson Street, Elroy WI, 53929
How to Apply: The Christmas for Kids committee, in conjunction with the Royal Bank will be sponsoring the gift giving program for needy children in the Elroy area. Registration forms can be picked up and returned to: Royal Bank, 202 S Main St, Elroy, WI. Registration forms must be turned in by November 30, 2024
Kewaunee County
Event: CHRISTMAS GIFT ASSISTANCE
Organization: TOYS FOR TOTS – KEWAUNEE COUNTY
Address: 612 Juneau Street, Kewaunee WI, 54216
How to Apply: Pre-registration required. Register by calling 920-388-7160. Registration deadline is December 18, 2024
Langlade County
Event: The Giving Tree
Organization: Langlade County
How to Apply: Register online by November 22, 2024. Online registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyGt1pvRu04kn6TZ_qBEaYbuVNbxG-Ul3666_FbB7tsdc4vg/viewform
Lincoln County
Event: LINCOLN COUNTY GIVING TREE
Organization: CHRISTMAS SPIRIT
How to Apply: Application deadline is November 6, 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
Manitowoc County
Event: Toys for Tots
Organization: Salvation Army
Address: 415 N. 6th. St. Manitowoc, WI
How to Apply: Apply in person. Signup last date: November 13th 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Toy Shop ONLY. Any Questions, please call 920-684-7117
Marathon County
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. 2024 walk in application dates: 2024 walk in application dates: October 29 1pm-6pm; October 30 9am-2pm; October 31 10am-3pm; November 5 1pm-6pm; November 6 9am-2pm; November 7 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 6 – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Saturday, December 7 – 9 am to 11:30 am, Monday, December 9 – 11 am to 6 pm, Tuesday, December 10 – 8 am to 2 p
Monroe County
Event: 2024 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 Oct 25 – Nov 22.
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 10, 2024. The 2024 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.
Outagamie County
Event: TOYS FOR TOTS
Organization: SALVATION ARMY-FOX CITIES
Address: 130 East North Street, Appleton WI, 54911
How to Apply: Toys For Tots registration November 12 through December 4, 2024
For More Information: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/foxcities/christmas-programs/
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 6th 2024.
For More Information: https://iola-wi.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/request-toys.aspx
Event: HOLIDAY BASKET PROJECT
Organization: OPERATION BOOTSTRAP
Address: 5000 Heffron Street, Stevens Point WI, 54481
How to apply: Provides food and/or gifts for low-income families and individuals who would be unable to provide a holiday meal or gifts for themselves and their children. Baskets are delivered before Christmas. Only one basket is provided per family. Apply by Dec 6.
For More Information: https://211wisconsin.communityos.org/211searchprofile/render/id/6313/form/service/record_id/9985
Rock County
Event: ANGEL TREE
Organization: SALVATION ARMY
Address: 514 Sutherland Avenue, Janesville WI, 53545
How to Apply: Families must register online at saangeltree.org. Ask a case manager for an invitation code.
Event: Toys for Evansville
Organization: AWARE in Evansville
Address: 209 S. 1st Street Evansville, WI
Agency Phone Number: 608.882.9900
For More Information: Register by November 7th either on AWARE’s Facebook page, or pick up forms at the school or AWARE. https://form.jotform.com/AWAREinEvansville/toys-for-evansville-2024?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3YJcAw7F4WQ9JBKI3PqCcFrJ_ovQgwE-HzzqAhWpnJsdBQreD7f–PUh0_aem_N7xhP2LrJJTU1KBHJYvxKg
Event: Christmas Toy Drive
Organization: ECHO
Address: 65 S. High Street Janesville
Dates: Pre-register in person between Oct. 1 to Dec 6, 2024 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 2, 2024. If you have any questions in regard to your application call 608-643-8905 ext. 12
Event: Reedsburg Area Helping Hands
Phone Number: 608-524-2522
For More information: https://www.reedsburgareahelpinghands.org/contact
Event: Sauk County Children’s Giving Tree
Phone Number: 608-963-3304
For More Information: (Deadline is Dec 11th) https://saukcountychildrensgivingtree.org/
Sheboygan County
Event: Christmas Assistance
Dates: 10/1/2024 12:00 AM – 12/2/2024 5:00 PM
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.
For More Information: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/sheboygan/events/christmas-assistance-sign-up-5/
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. Registration is from September 9 – November 29, 2024
For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/taylorcountygivingtree/
Vilas County
Event: TOY PROGRAM
Organization: THE SALVATION ARMY – EASTERN VILAS COUNTY
Address: Eagle River WI, 54521
How to Apply: 2024 distribution takes place December 21. Invitations will provide location and time information. Applications should be submitted prior to distribution date. Late applications may be accepted, depending on donations.
For More Information: Call 715-617-2179
Waushara County
Event: Holiday Project
Organization: Waushara Argus
How to Apply: Applications can be completed on-line at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1jK3YJT5iolG6TBALB_1VLFWnkt9ZEXhmmj455J9k_AE/viewform?edit_requested=true or by stopping at the Waushara County Department of Human Services at 380 S. Townline Rd., Wautoma. All applications must be completed and returned no later than Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. Unwrapped gifts and food will be distributed to families on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 12 and 13 at Grace United Methodist Church.
Wood County
Event: HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE
Organization: FOCUS
Address: 2321 West Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids WI, 54495
How to Apply: Must apply online for toys. Register your family on or after October 15, 2024. The referral must be submitted no later than 12/1/2024.
Apply here: https://wisconsin-rapids-wi.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/local-toy-request-single-form.aspx
Event: TOY FOR TOTS PROGRAM
Organization: WISCONSIN RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Address: 510 Peach Street, Wisconsin Rapids WI, 54494
How to Apply: Toys for Tots” (TFT) Christmas for Children program. During the 2024 holiday season, “Toys for Tots” will be jointly operated by the Grand Rapids Lions and FOCUS (SWEPS). Please contact school counselor for referral form If your family is in need this holiday season. Fill out application online or print and return to your child’s school before December 2, 2024.
