Christmas is about loving, compassion, grace, and joy- and there’s no better way to share that than by making a memorable impact on a family this holiday season. There are families in our community who may not have the resources to provide a delicious Christmas dinner or presents for their family this year.
The Adopt-A-Family program provides a unique opportunity to help the less fortunate, spreading the Christmas spirit with families all across Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas. The program is designed to match individuals and families in need with gracious families, organizations or churches who are willing to help make their Christmas dreams come true.
AFL-CIO Adopt-A-Family has been changing the lives and Christmases of families across our region for 41 years. Generous donors and families have committed to spreading Christmas cheer in the forms of food items, toys, gift cards, blankets, hygiene products and more. For families struggling financially, a small gesture of support can mean the world. Whether it’s a large contribution or a smaller gift, every act of kindness brings hope and joy to families who need it most.
In 2023, the program served 984 families…that’s around 2,780 people who experienced their own Christmas miracle. Giving back to your community is the perfect way to embody the Christmas spirit, spread love and peace, and ensure the magic of the holidays permeates the lives of families around you. Just think about the effect a small donation could have on children and their families. Your contributions may be the difference between toys to open, food to eat and joy to be had for many this Christmas.
So, this Christmas season, consider the impact you might make on those around you, and what you can put into the community that’s given us so much. The Adopt-A-Family program runs until December 24 and there are still families left to adopt. So, let’s come together to share the joy of Christmas and the true reason for the season. You never know how someone’s life could be changed.