Opportunity Details
2024 Adopt a Family for the Holidays
Every child looks forward to the holidays, but for parents who are struggling to care for a child battling cancer or another life-threatening illness, there's no time for shopping or even thinking about gifts. Volunteers can make sure local children have an opportunity to celebrate the holidays by taking part in the Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program.
This year, there are nearly 900 children whose holiday wish lists need to be filled. Volunteers who "Adopt a Family" are matched with a child or children who is facing an illness and are sent their wish lists (valued at $100). Friends of Karen will then pack the items and ship them to the child's family to wrap before the holidays. Friends of Karen tries to include gift-wrapping materials, but donations of gift wrap, tape, bows, and holiday candy are always welcome!
Not a fan of shopping? Volunteers can also choose to donate a gift card of $50 or more to ShopRite, Shop & Shop, Target, Walmart, Visa, or MasterCard to help a family with their holiday meal.
This is a perfect opportunity for families and groups looking to make a difference in the life of an ill child and their families for the holiday season. Express interest below!
Family Services
Families, People with Health-Based Concerns
Donations & Drives
Age Minimum (with Adult): 10+, Minimum Age:18+
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- Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
- Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions
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