Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. CLOSED Mankato Toys for Tots Address: Mankato National Guard Armory, 100 Martin Luther King Jr Drive, Mankato, MN 56001 Phone: (507)514-7131 (This is an unmanned hotline, but the messages are checked throughout each business day) Serves: Residents of Blue Earth, Nicollet, Le Sueur, and Waseca counties Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 14. Grandparents who have full guardianship of the children can request toys. Registration: October 15th - December 7th - Intake: Call or visit website for online application. Fill out the application. Some information may or may not be required. Incomplete or inaccurate information can impact a family's ability to complete their request. Distribution: 8 am - 12 noon Saturday, December 13. If families attend a distribution event that they have not been approved and assigned to they WILL NOT receive toys. NO EXCEPTIONS. Description: Provides two toys, one large and one small. Only make request to one distribution center. CLOSED CLOSED Santa's Workshop - Waterville MN? Address:?The Village, 205 1st?Street North, Waterville, MN 56096 Phone: (507)330-0138 Website:?https://www.facebook.com/p/Santas-Workshop-Waterville-MN-100079962622351/ Serves: Residents of Waterville and surrounding communities Eligibility:?Children ages birth - 18 Registration:?Now - Sunday, November 16th Intake: Complete online registration form: https://bit.ly/4oVJDDG. Must complete one registration form per child. Fees: None Distribution:?2 pm - 4 pm, Saturday, December 6th Description: Provides toys for children CLOSED

Services available to residents of Washington County are listed below. If a service only serves residents of parts of Washington County, that information is noted in the service. Holiday Adoption Programs Programs that provide 'Adopt-A-Family' services which match people who want to provide personalized holiday assistance (usually gifts or a food basket) with an older adult, individual with a disability, or low-income family who are unable to celebrate and enjoy the holiday without the sponsor's generosity. Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys, and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. CLOSED Anonymous Santa - Christmas with Dignity Address: Main Street United Methodist Church 6500 Main Street, North Branch, MN 55056 Phone: (651)983-0496 for questions only Serves: Residents of Chisago County and Forest Lake School District of Washington County (cities of Columbus, East Bethel, Forest Lake, Ham Lake, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Linwood Township, Marine, May Township, Scandia, Stacy - in Chisago County only, and Wyoming) Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 18. The child must be in high school if 18 years old. Registration: Applications are due Friday, December 5 - Intake: Visit website to apply at https://anonymoussantamn.com/apply. All information must be completed with current phone for a call back. All information must be completed for the application to be processed. If all information is not provided, the application may be delayed. Documents: Proof of residency at the time of distribution Distribution: Pick up dates will be held December 17-19. Dates and times for the pick up times will be provided to families Description: Offers parents and legal guardians who are unable to buy presents for their children and an opportunity to shop in a holiday store CLOSED Community Thread - Holiday Hope - Adoption Programs for Families with Children to Receive Gifts Address: 2300 Orleans Street West, Stillwater, MN 55082 Phone: (651)439-7434 between 9 am - 3 pm Monday - Thursday; 9 am - 1 pm Friday Email: [email protected] Serves: Residents who live in the Stillwater Area School District. Families can view the online map to see if they are eligible at https://www.stillwaterschools.org/our-district/district-map Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 12 years and experiencing a financial hardship - Registration: Visit website to complete online registration form at https://form.jotform.com/252514631547153. Call or email for questions regarding registration, volunteer opportunities, or sponsoring for the holiday program. Documents: Driver's license, picture ID, passport for each adult member of the household, including children under 12 years old. Accepted forms of ID for children include birth certificate, school ID, or current health insurance card. Provide a piece of mail with proof of current address such as utility bill, paycheck stub, or bank account statement listing current address and name of person registering. Must be dated within the last 60 days. Distribution: Dates for pickup will be provided once approved after registration Description: Connects people in need to those willing to provide support during the holidays. Low-income families with children are matched with sponsors who provide gifts, gift cards to purchase gifts, and grocery gift cards based on the household size. CLOSED Redeemed Life Ministries International - Address: 7901 Red Oak Drive, Mounds View, Minnesota 55112 - Phone: (763)784-5433 - Email: [email protected] - Website: https://www.facebook.com/redeemedlifechurchtv/ - Serves: Residents of Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties - Eligibility: Children ages birth - 14 - Registration: Now - Saturday, November 15th or until 300 children have been registered. Completing the registration form does not guarantee toys. Individuals who register will be notified on or before December 15th if they are approved. - Intake: Complete online registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjO_9ZxAhwyqKnObsSPWs2In4i9UGH6u3gDKBaT5QPROBA/viewform?fbzx=6584876489828486887 - Documents: None - Fees: None - Distribution: Date and time to be determined Description: Holiday toys for tots program that provides toys for children CLOSED The Toy Shelf, Inc. - Address: 2266 2nd St North, North Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States - Serves: Residents of Ramsey and Washington Counties with zip codes of 55109, 55119, or 55128 - Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 16 years - Intake: Walk in; no registration or appointment needed - Documents: Photo ID; proof of address - Distribution: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Tuesday - Thursday beginning Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 - Thursday, December 18th, 2025 - Accepts donations of bikes, stuffed animals, guns, slides, sandboxes, or other large outdoor items; 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Tuesday - Thursday; or contact to arrange a pickup - Description: A community-driven donation program that provides free toys, games, and books to children in need

Services available to residents of Hennepin County are listed below. If a service only serves residents of parts of Hennepin County, that information is noted in the service. Holiday Adoption Programs Programs that provide 'Adopt-A-Family' services which match people who want to provide personalized holiday assistance (usually gifts or a food basket) with an older adult, individual with a disability or low-income family who are unable to celebrate and enjoy the holiday without the sponsor's generosity. CLOSED Western Communities Action Network (WeCAN) - Adopt a Family Address: 5213 Shoreline Drive, Mound, Minnesota 55364 Phone: (952)472-0742 Email: [email protected] Serves: Residents of Greenfield, Independence, Loretto, Maple Plain, Minnetonka Beach, Minnetrista, Mound, western Orono, Rockford, Saint Bonifacius, Spring Park, and Tonka Bay Registration: Open now Intake: Call or email for registration form Documents: Application/registration form Fees: None Distribution: 9 am - 4:30 pm Thursday, December 11th Description: Provides gifts for children and families CLOSED Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. CLOSED 2nd Chance Outreach - Toys for Tots Email: [email protected] Serves: Residents of Hennepin and Ramsey counties Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 14 Intake: Email to request a form to register for the toy program Registration: Register by Wednesday, November 26th Distribution: Will receive an email for pick up date, time, and location Description: Toys and gifts for children CLOSED ?? CLOSED Bethel World Outreach Church - Toys for Tots Email: [email protected] - Serves: Residents of Brooklyn Park Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 14 Intake: Email to register for the toy program. Families must provide first and last names of the contact person, phone number, and email address to be reached. Must also provide ages and gender of children. Register: November 10 - November 19 Distribution: Information will be provided once registered and approved. Distribution schedules will be for the week of December 1st. Description: Provides a holiday Toys for Tots program CLOSED CLOSED Brooklyn Center Community Schools (BCCS) and Intentions - Toys for Tots - Address: 1500 59th Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 - Phone: (612)240-1355 - Email: [email protected] - Intake: Fill out application online https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeY8LgDOOcODgfWutgea1FtragOA10rTlZsHGuzVwmweRlD1A/viewform - Serves: Residents of Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Crystal, New Hope, NORTH Minneapolis, Robbinsdale, OR if your children are enrolled/attending Brooklyn Center Community Schools - Eligibility: Children ages birth - 14 years - Registration: Before November 30th, 2025 - Documents Required: Proof of address/ID with current address - Distribution: Saturday, December 13th, 2025; applicants will be notified via e-mail of the date and time to pick up toys for their children - Description: Offers free toys for families in need for Christmas CLOSED CLOSED Brooklyn United Methodist Church Foundation - Toys for Tots - Address: 7200 Brooklyn Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, MN, 55429 - Phone: (763)561-1684 - Email: [email protected] - Intake: Fill out application online https://www.bumc.org/en/toys-for-tots-registration - Serves: Residents of Hennepin County - Eligibility: Children ages birth - 14 years - Registration: Open until Saturday, November 15th, 2025 - Documents Required: Form of ID - Distribution: Agency will reach out with pick-up details - Description: Offers free toys for families in need for Christmas CLOSED CLOSED Chinese Community Center - Toys for Tots - Address: 140 W 98th Street, Bloomington, MN 55420 - Phone: (612)618-0067 - Email: [email protected] - Intake: Fill out application online https://www.cccminnesota.org/toys-application/ - Serves: Residents of Hennepin County - Eligibility: Children ages 6 months - 15 years - Registration: Open until Sunday, November 30th, 2025 - Documents Required: Driver's License - Distribution: Agency will reach out with pick-up details - Description: Offers free toys for families in need for Christmas CLOSED CLOSED Hospitality House Youth Development - Christmas With Dignity - Address: 1220 North Logan Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55411 - Phone: (651)515-4368 Serves: Residents of North Minneapolis - Eligibility: Parents/guardians with children eligible for Christmas gift support (birth certificates or custody documents required) - Registration: https://hhyd.org/christmas-with-dignity/limited-registration/ ; closes when 650 participants have registered; online registration only - Intake: Complete the online registration form - Documents Required (Must bring on December 12, 2025): Current, valid picture ID for parent/guardian registering children; if address changed, bring a utility bill with the new address; utility bill showing a North Minneapolis zip code; for natural children: ORIGINAL birth certificate listing both parent and child (no copies); for legal guardian/foster parent: Custody letter, plus name and phone number of social worker - Fees: None - Distribution: In-person shopping on December 12, 2025; 16 shopping shifts between 9 am - 5:30 pm; participants must attend at their assigned time - Description: Provides an opportunity for registered parents/guardians to shop in-person for Christmas gifts for their children at a reduced cost, dignity-focused holiday program. CLOSED CLOSED Inner Hero, The - Toys for Tots Email: [email protected] - Serves: Residents of Hennepin and Ramsey counties Eligibility: Families with children who are low income - Registration: Available online until full. Visit website to register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJmWLw7m03EMlj667gOouVI_WEjZXCP7E4BMJQyxRwemya8w/viewform. Distribution: Information will be provided once registered and approved for toy pick up Description: Provides a holiday Toys for Tots program CLOSED Living Waters Youth - Toys for Tots Address: 5701 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Email: [email protected] Phone: (612)703-3313 - Serves: Residents of Hennepin and Ramsey counties Eligibility: Families with children ages 1 month - 17 years Registration: November 15 - December 20 Intake: Call or email to register Distribution: Information will be provided once registered and approved for toy pick up Description: Provides a holiday Toys for Tots program Love in the Name of Christ Heartland Address: 318 Railroad Avenue, Delano MN 55328; 801 Hwy 12, Howard Lake, MN 55349 Phone: (763)999-7082 Email: [email protected] Serves: Residents of Cokato, Corcoran, Dassel, Delano, Greenfield, Howard Lake, Independence, Loretto, Mayer, Maple Plain, Montrose, Rockford, Watertown, Waverly and Winsted - Registration: Complete the intake process by applying online at www.loveincheartland.org/help or call the Connection Center (763)999-7082 Distribution: More information will be provided on dates and times after registration Description: Partnering with local churches to provide options for Christmas Organization of Liberians in Minnesota- Toys for Tots Address: 7001 78th Avenue North, Suite 200, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55445 Phone: (612)472-8363 Email: [email protected] Intake: Call for registration Serves: Residents of Hennepin County Eligibility: Children ages birth - 14 years Registration: Open now until Thursday, December 18th, 2025 until full Documents Required: Form of ID Distribution: Agency will reach out with pick-up details Description: Offers free toys for families in need for Christmas CLOSED Phyllis Wheatley-Mary T. Wellcome - Toys for Tots - Address: 1301 10th Avenue North Mpls, MN 55411 - Phone: 612-400-1451 ext. 3270 - Email: [email protected] - Serves: Residents of Hennepin County - Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 12 - Registration: 8 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Friday November - November 28 - Intake: Email - Documents: On pickup day must have picture ID - Distribution: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, To be announced - Description: Provides toys CLOSED CLOSED PRISM - Holiday Toy Shoppe Address: Valley Community Presbyterian Church, 3100 Lilac Drive North, Golden Valley, MN 55422 Email: [email protected] Website: https://prismmpls.org/celebrating-children/ Serves: Residents of Crystal, Golden Valley, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale Eligibility: Children must live in home and be verified prior to registration (e.g, medical card, birth certificate, social security) Registration: Open now - 5 pm on December 5th Intake: Email or visit website to register online and include the following information: Parents/guardian name, address, contact information, number of children, and children's details (name, date of birth) Documents: Proof of address (e.g, lease, mail, utility bill); Proof of children's residence (lease, school enrollment, financial documents, etc.) Fees: None Distribution 9 am - 3 pm December 13th 2025 Description: Shopping appointment for parents/guardians to shop for gifts for their children CLOSED CLOSED Redeemed Life Ministries International - Address: 7901 Red Oak Drive, Mounds View, Minnesota 55112 - Phone: (763)784-5433 - Email: [email protected] - Website: https://www.facebook.com/redeemedlifechurchtv/ - Serves: Residents of Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties - Eligibility: Children ages birth - 14 - Registration: Now - Saturday, November 15th or until 300 children have been registered. Completing the registration form does not guarantee toys. Individuals who register will be notified on or before December 15th if they are approved. - Intake: Complete online registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjO_9ZxAhwyqKnObsSPWs2In4i9UGH6u3gDKBaT5QPROBA/viewform?fbzx=6584876489828486887 - Documents: None - Fees: None - Distribution: Date and time to be determined Description: Holiday toys for tots program that provides toys for children CLOSED CLOSED Sisters of Synergy and The Struggle is Over - Toys for Tots - Address: 121 North Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55401 - Phone: (612)445-8911 - Email: [email protected] - Website: https://www.sistersofsynergy.org/ - Serves: Residents of Hennepin County - Eligibility: Families in need with children ages birth - 14 - Registration: Now - Sunday, November 23rd - Intake: Complete online form: https://forms.gle/CToMYpvFqm54656P8 - Fees: None - Distribution: Selected families will be notified via email with pick-up details by Friday, December 5th - Description: Toys for Tots free holiday gift program. Each family may submit one entry, and there is a limit of one toy per child. Not all families who register are guaranteed toys. CLOSED CLOSED Strength Group - Toys for Tots Email: [email protected] Serves: Residents of Hennepin County Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 14 Intake: Send an email with the number of children, ages of each child, gender of each child, and contact information CLOSED CLOSED Victory is Imminent Address: South Suburban Church (12600 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124) Serves: Residents of Hennepin County ??Eligibility: Children ages birth - 15 years Registration: Thursday, November 27th, 2025 - Intake: Apply online https://victoryii.org/?page_id=3339 Distribution: Saturday December 20th, 2025 - Monday December 22nd, 2025 - Documentation: Birth Certificate for each child as well as an EBT card, SSI letter, WIC folder or reduced school lunch letter to show need. A letter from your employer verifying low income will also qualify. Please bring drivers license on the day of pick up for address verification. Description: Offers free toys for families in need for Christmas CLOSED

Services available to residents of Dakota County are listed below. If a service only serves residents of parts of Dakota County, that information is noted in the service. Holiday Adoption Programs Programs that provide 'Adopt-A-Family' services which match people who want to provide personalized holiday assistance (usually gifts or a food basket) with an older adult, individual with a disability or low-income family who are unable to celebrate and enjoy the holiday with the sponsor's generosity. Holiday Gift/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys, and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. CAP Agency - Hope for the Holidays Toy Program Hope for the Holidays Hotline: (952)402-9873 Email: Maritza Real at [email protected] Serves: Residents of Carver, Dakota, and Scott counties who are current clients of CAP Agency's programs - Scott County Eligibility: Must participate and utilize CAP's Food Shelf or utilize the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) for families with children ages birth - 18. - Carver and Dakota Eligibility: Must participate and utilize the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) for families with children ages birth - 18. - Intake: Call CAP Agency case worker or the Hope for the Holiday Hotline about the toy program. Visit website to fill out form to sign up for the toy distribution program at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvOrWOnIm8t4ts31u7KuYfJ5_3-bQp6owEq9txt1fxhTtC9Q/viewform. Registration: Starts October 29 and until full Documents: Proof of participation in CAP's Food Shelf or Energy Assistance Program (EAP) Distribution: Toy distribution dates and times will be emailed to families once they have registered Description: Holiday toy program for current clients of CAP Agency CLOSED Hastings Family Service - Project Share - Adopt-a-Family to Receive Gifts and Food Address: 301 2nd Street East, Hastings, MN 55033 Phone: (651)437-7134 Serves: Residents of Hastings Public Schools Independent School District 200 (including the cities of Hampton, Hastings, Miesville, New Trier, and Vermillion; portions of Denmark, Douglas, Hampton, Marshan, Nininger, Ravenna, and Vermillion Townships) Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 18 Registration: Appointment scheduling starts October 22 - December 5 and until full. Appointments must be scheduled by phone for an in-person meeting. Intake: Call for an intake appointment Documents: Picture ID for the parent(s), piece of mail postmarked within the last two weeks such as a utility bill, and proof of documents for each child listing their name. Proof of documents of children can be a school document or birth certificate, and proof of high school enrollment for children ages 18. Distribution: Gifts can be distributed at the family's intake appointment Description: Provides gifts to families in need CLOSED CLOSED Mi CASA - Toys for Tots Program Address: 1053 Jefferson Street South, Shakopee, MN 55379 Email: [email protected] for questions Serves: Residents of Carver, Dakota, and Scott counties who are not registered with any other holiday gift program Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 17 - Intake: Visit website form online to register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfiuCUvv9fz5SWzHJ_8SlvnPhY_nopq-uwN2TjSZTOVj7V30A/viewform Documents: Proof of ID for each registered child at the time of pick up Distribution: Pick up information will be sent by email by December 12 Description: Provides a holiday Toys for Tots program CLOSED CLOSED Redeemed Life Ministries International Address: 7901 Red Oak Drive, Mounds View, Minnesota 55112 Phone: (763)784-5433 Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.facebook.com/redeemedlifechurchtv/ Serves: Residents of Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties Eligibility: Children ages birth - 14 Registration: Now - Saturday, November 15th or until 300 children have been registered. Completing the registration form does not guarantee toys. Individuals who register will be notified on or before December 15th if they are approved. Intake: Complete online registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjO_9ZxAhwyqKnObsSPWs2In4i9UGH6u3gDKBaT5QPROBA/viewform?fbzx=6584876489828486887 Documents: None Fees: None Distribution: Date and time to be determined Description: Holiday toys for tots program that provides toys for children CLOSED CLOSED Secret Holiday Shop - City of Farmington Holiday Toy Shop Event Address: Rambling River Center Banquet Room 325 Oak Street, Farmington, MN 55024 Phone: (651)280-6970 Email: [email protected] Serves: Residents of Farmington Eligibility: Families with children ages 3 - 12 Intake: No registration is needed. Walk into the event and parents should send their children with a shopping list with names and how much to spend on each person in the household (i.e. Mom $15, Dad $15, etc.) Parents are not allowed to choose or do the shopping. Fees: Gifts range $2 - $17. Children will buy tickets for $1 per ticket. Distribution: 9 am - 12 noon Saturday, December 6, 2025 Description: Provides a toy shop for children to shop gifts for their family at low cost and gifts are wrapped once chosen CLOSED

Provides the follwing services: - Adopt a Family: A holiday giving program connecting low-income families with anonymous sponsors that provide the families with gifts and necessities ?- Birthday Shelf: Gifts and party supplies to celebrate a child's birthday - Personal Hygiene: Personal hygiene items and cleaning supplies given out once per month to stretch budgets - Pet Food Assistance: Pet food available once per month if needed - Ready to Learn: School supplies and backpacks for children in grades K-12

Services available to residents of Chisago County are listed below. If a service only serves residents of parts of Chisago County, that information is noted in the service. Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys, and other items that help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. CLOSED Anonymous Santa - Christmas with Dignity - Address: Main Street United Methodist Church 6500 Main Street, North Branch, MN 55056 - Phone: (651)983-0496 for questions only - Serves: Residents of Chisago County and Forest Lake School District of Washington County (cities of Columbus, East Bethel, Forest Lake, Ham Lake, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Linwood Township, Marine, May Township, Scandia, Stacy - in Chisago County only, and Wyoming) - Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 18. The child must be in high school if 18 years old. - Registration: Applications are due Friday, December 5 - Intake: Visit website to apply at https://anonymoussantamn.com/apply. All information must be completed with current phone for a call back. All information must be completed for the application to be processed. If all information is not provided, the application may be delayed. - Documents: Proof of residency at the time of distribution - Distribution: Pick up dates will be held December 17-19. Dates and times for the pick up times will be provided to families - Description: Offers parents and legal guardians who are unable to buy presents for their children and an opportunity to shop in a holiday store CLOSED

Services available to residents of Douglas County are listed below. If a service only serves residents of parts of Douglas County, that information is noted in the service. Christmas Baskets Programs that distribute food baskets which usually contain a ham, turkey or other meat and all the trimmings for a Christmas dinner (or vouchers to purchase these items) and occasionally gifts for children or other family member. CLOSED Jingle Bells Foundation - Basket Program for Food and Toys - Address: PO Box 635 Alexandria MN, 56308 - Phone: (320)335-2488 - Email: [email protected] - Serves: Residents of Douglas County - Eligibility: Families with children - Intake: Register online https://www.jinglebellsalexandria.org/basket-request/ to sign up for the basket program. Registration is open Saturday, November 1st, 2025 - Sunday, November 30th, 2025 (or until 700 requests are reached) - Distribution: Delivery of baskets will take place on Sunday, December 7th, 2025 - Description: Provide a holiday gift basket containing gift cards, food, and toys. CLOSED Holiday Adoption Programs Programs that provide 'Adopt-A-Family' services which match people who want to provide personalized holiday assistance (usually gifts or a food basket) with an older adult, individual with a disability or low-income family who are unable to celebrate and enjoy the holiday without the sponsor's generosity. CLOSED United Way Lakes and Prairie's Holiday Gift Program - Douglas County - Phone: (320)834-7800 - Serves: Residents of Douglas County - Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 18 - Intake: Register online https://uwdp.org/what-we-do/united-way-programs/holiday_gift_program.html to be sponsored. Individuals with no computer/internet access, please call to be enrolled. - Registration: 8 am - 4 pm Monday - Thursday starting Monday, November 10th - Wednesday, December 10th - Documents: Vary; Bring photo ID to pick up - Distribution: 10 am - 6 pm Monday, December 22 at the United Way Office, 503 Hawthorne Street, Alexandria. At pick up remain in car and call the office. Only registered people can pick up. - Description: Provides a holiday gift program by connecting families with another person or group by sponsoring them and providing gifts on the family's wish list. CLOSED Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. Douglas County Toys for Tots - Serves: Residents of Douglas County - Eligibility: Children ages birth - 15 years - Registration: Monday, October 20th, 2025 - Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 - Intake: Apply online https://alexandria-mn.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/local-toy-request-single-form.aspx Applicants will receive responses Tuesday, October 22nd, 2025 - Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 - Distribution: Wednesday, December 19th, 2025 - Description: Offers free toys for families in need for Christmas

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Services available to residents of Anoka County are listed below. If a service only serves residents of parts of Anoka County, that information is noted in the service. Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys, and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. CLOSED Brooklyn Center Community Schools (BCCS) and Intentions - Toys for Tots - Address: 1500 59th Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 - Phone: (612)240-1355 - Email: [email protected] - Intake: Fill out application online https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeY8LgDOOcODgfWutgea1FtragOA10rTlZsHGuzVwmweRlD1A/viewform - Serves: Residents of Columbia Heights and Fridley - Eligibility: Children ages birth - 14 years - Registration: Before November 30th, 2025 - Documents Required: Proof of address/ID with current address - Distribution: Saturday, December 13th, 2025; applicants will be notified via e-mail of the date and time to pick up toys for their children - Description: Offers free toys for families in need for Christmas CLOSED CLOSED Christmas Committee and Toys for Joy - Christmas Registration - Address: Anoka Armory 408 East Main Street, Anoka, MN 55303 - Phone: (763)323-4982 - Serves: Residents of North Anoka County area who reside in the cities of Andover, Anoka, Coon Rapids, Bethel, Blaine, Burns, Cedar, Circle Pines, East Bethel, Ham Lake, Lino Lakes, Nowthen, Oak Grove, Ramsey, Saint Francis, Stacy, and Wyoming - Eligibility: Families who are not receiving Christmas help from another organization and have legal custody of their children - Intake: Visit website to complete an online registration at https://www.christmascommittee.com/application-instructions/. Only online registrations are accepted. Fill out the application carefully, including a wish list for each child. Gift requests up to $35 per child. Do not request video games or gift cards. When an application is approved, the applicant will receive an appointment listing time and date. - Registration: Open October 1 - November 21 - Documents: Picture ID with signature, proof of custody of children, and appointment card - Distribution: A postcard notification will be sent to applicants mid-December with an appointment date and time. Notifications are mailed to the home address provided on the application. Appointment times will be held 8 am - 4:30 pm December 18 or December 19. Families who are approved and request for food and toy delivery will be provided a postcard about their distribution date and time. A person must be present to accept delivered food and gift items. - Description: Provides parents and legal guardians a toy and food program for pick up in a warehouse parking lot. Gift options are pre-bagged and may include new, non-violent gifts, including mittens, hats, children's books, board games, sports ball, and stocking stuffers. CLOSED CLOSED Redeemed Life Ministries International Address: 7901 Red Oak Drive, Mounds View, Minnesota 55112 Phone: (763)784-5433 Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.facebook.com/redeemedlifechurchtv/ Serves: Residents of Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties Eligibility: Children ages birth - 14 Registration: Now - Saturday, November 15th or until 300 children have been registered. Completing the registration form does not guarantee toys. Individuals who register will be notified on or before December 15th if they are approved. Intake: Complete online registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjO_9ZxAhwyqKnObsSPWs2In4i9UGH6u3gDKBaT5QPROBA/viewform?fbzx=6584876489828486887 Documents: None Fees: None Distribution: Date and time to be determined Description: Holiday toys for tots program that provides toys for children CLOSED CLOSED Southern Anoka Community Assistance (SACA) - Holiday Gift Distribution - Address: 627 38th Avenue NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421 - Email: [email protected] - ?Serves: Residents of Columbia Heights, Fridley, Hilltop, Spring Lake Park, or Northeast Minneapolis - Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 17 who have legal custody of their children - Intake: Visit website to register online at https://sacafoodshelf.org/holiday-toy-giveaway - Registration: Online registration opens October 14 - December 1 - Documents: Families who are not current clients of SACA must bring proof of custody for their children such as Social Security card, passport, health insurance card, and/or court documents. All families must bring a picture ID and a piece of official mail listing the correct updated address. - Distribution: Appointments will be provided to parents/guardians once registered. Parents/guardians are expected to be on time not arrive more than 5 minutes early or late to their last appointment time. Upon arrival, a volunteer will check the parent/guardian to receive their toys. - Description: Holiday toy program for clients and non-clients of SACA CLOSED

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Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. Love in the Name of Christ Heartland Address: 318 Railroad Avenue, Delano MN 55328; 801 Hwy 12, Howard Lake, MN 55349 Phone: (763)999-7082 Email: [email protected] Serves: Residents of Cokato, Corcoran, Dassel, Delano, Greenfield, Howard Lake, Independence, Loretto, Mayer, Maple Plain, Montrose, Rockford, Watertown, Waverly and Winsted Registration: Complete the intake process by applying online at www.loveincheartland.org/help or call the Connection Center (763)999-7082 Distribution: More information will be provided on dates and times after registration Description: Partnering with local churches to provide options for Christmas CLOSED Marine Toys for Tots - Address: United Community Action Partnership, 218 Main St. S, Suite 103, Hutchison 55350 - Phone: (320)587-5244 - Email:[email protected] Serves: Residents of Mcleod County - Eligibility:?Families with children ages birth - 18 - Registration:?Starts 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday, November 3 until December 10 - Intake: Call for application or walk-in - Documents: Day of distribution, bring photo ID and a bill with address - Distribution; 10 am - 4 pm December 10 and - 12 Noon - 6 pm December 11 - Description: Provides toys CLOSED ?

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??Services available to residents of Otter Tail County are listed below. If a service only serves residents of parts of Otter Tail County, that information is noted in the service. Holiday Adoption Programs Programs that provide 'Adopt-A-Family' services which match people who want to provide personalized holiday assistance (usually gifts or a food basket) with an older adult, individual with a disability or low-income?????????????????????????????? family who are unable to celebrate and enjoy the holiday without the sponsor's generosity. Fergus Falls Salvation Army - Angel Tree Program Address: 622 East Vernon Fergus Falls, MN 56537 Phone: (218)739-9692 Serves: Residents of Otter Tail County Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 17 years (still in school) and adult individuals who meet income guidelines Registration: Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 - Friday, December 5th, 2025; Make-Up Day: 1 pm - 3 pm Monday, December 17th, 2025 - Intake: Visit website https://saangeltree.org/ to register. NOTE: Must enter zip code to obtain correct application. Assistance with filling out the application is available over the phone or in person walk-in to the main office. Documents: Current photo ID for all adult household members (passport, driver's license, state ID, work ID badge, military ID, etc.) Proof of age for all children 17 and under to receive toys (birth certificates, school report card showing child's name and age, custody paperwork, benefits information, screenshot from school portal of children and grade levels, etc.) Proof of income Proof of residency of Otter Tail County (recent bill or lease with current Otter Tail County address, for individuals who are unhoused a note from a supporting partner agency stating the current lack of housing) Proof of financial need for adult household members (paycheck earnings paper, SSI/SSDI benefits letter, Minnesota Health Care card, verification of financial need by a partner agency) - Fees: None. Drop off monetary donations to one of many Red Kettle locations across Otter Tail County. Drop off a new, unwrapped toy in a Angel Tree Toy Shop donation box located around Otter Tail County. Look for the Red Shield to ensure it is The Salvation Army box, as there are several organizations collecting toys. Individuals wishing to participate in bell ringing should contact the main office and ask for Capt. Anthony or Carol for directions on how to get signed up. Individuals wishing to help with the toy shop should call the main office and ask for Darby. Distribution: By appointment "Toy Shop" for families with children 17 and younger will be held on Sunday, December 16th, 2025 - Monday, December 17th, 2025 Shopping appointments will be given at time of completed and approved application. Description: Provides families and adults on limited incomes toys for children Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys, and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. CLOSED Wahpeton, ND Toys for Tots Phone:?(701)899-2918 Email:[email protected] Serves: Residents of Otter Tail and Wilkin counties Eligibility: Children ages birth - 18 Registration: Tuesday, September 30th - Wednesday, December 12th Intake:?Register online: https://wahpeton-nd.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/local-toy-request-single-form.aspx?nPreviewInd=0&redirectInd=11 ; Applicants will?receive?responses on Tuesday, November 5th - Tuesday, December 10th Fees: None Distribution:?Friday, December 19th?-?Monday, December 22nd Description: Provides?at least?1 toy per child? CLOSED

Services listed below are accessible to anyone regardless of where they live. Agencies are listed under the county they are physically located in. Agencies are listed under STATEWIDE if they have multiple locations. Christmas Baskets Programs that distribute food baskets which usually contain a ham, turkey, or other meat and all the trimmings for a Christmas dinner (or vouchers to purchase these items) and occasionally gifts for children or other family member. Christmas Meals ?Programs that provide a hot Christmas meal in a congregate setting for low-income and homeless individuals and families who might otherwise have no opportunity to celebrate the holidays. Also included are programs that deliver Christmas meals to people's homes. Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys, and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. ANOKA COUNTY Holiday Gifts/Toys CLOSED Blaine Parks MN - Winter Celebration Event Address: Tom Ryan Park and City Hall Atrium 10801 Town Square Drive NE, Blaine, MN 55449 - Website: https://www.blainemn.gov/4023/Winter-Celebration Serves: Open to all Eligibility: Families with children Intake: Visit website online to register for the Kid Shopping Spree event. Time slot must be selected to register. The event allows children to shop with a personal shopper to pick out gifts. Gifts are low cost and gift wrapping is free. Fees: Gifts range $1 - $15 Distribution: 2 pm - 5:15 pm Sunday, November 30, 2025 Description: A free Winter Celebration event that includes activities for the whole family such as live holiday music, bonfires with s'mores, hot chocolate, live reindeer, a tree lighting ceremony, winter wonderland walk, and a Kid Shopping Spree time for gifts CLOSED CLOSED House Of Christ Assembly Church - Address: 10506 Hanson Bloulevard, Coon Rapid 55433 - Phone: (763)200-4026 - Email: aclinton807@g Serves: Anyone - Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 12 - Registration: Now until December 9th - Intake: Apply online https://houseofchristassembly.org/christmas-toy-drive/christmas-toy-application - Distribution: Provided after registration accepted - Description: Toys for Tots CLOSED CLOSED Wesleyan Church Corporation (Greater Praise Church) - Toys for Tots Address: 11760 Foley Boulevard NW, Coon Rapids, MN, 55448 - Email: [email protected] Phone: (612)644-2817 Serves: Open to all, if able to travel to pick up the toys Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 14 Intake: Call to register or send an email with the number of children, ages of each child, gender of each child, and contact information. - Registration: Register by Monday, November 24th Distribution: Will receive an email or call for pick-up date, time, and location Description: Toys and gifts for children CLOSED CHISAGO COUNTY Holiday Gift/Toys CLOSED First United Methodist Church - Children's Christmas Shop Day Address: 30828 Irene Avenue, Lindstrom, MN 55045 Serves: Open to all Intake: Walk in to shop for gifts. Kids can shop for gifts for $1. Limit is 8 gifts per child. Distribution: 10 am - 12:30 pm Saturday, November 15 Fee: $1 per gift Description: Provides an opportunity for children to shop for gifts and gift wrap gifts once they are purchased CLOSED HENNEPIN COUNTY Christmas Meals StartAnew - Community Christmas Dinner - Address: Faith Deliverance Holiness Church, 1116 Morgan Avenue North, Minneapolis, 55411 - Phone: (612)223-1305 - Serves: Anyone - Intake: Walk in - Distribution: 1:30 pm - 4:45 pm, December 25 - Description: Christmas dinner meal Holiday Gifts/Toy CLOSED Jesus Ministries International - Toys for Tots Email: [email protected] Serves: Open to all, if able to travel to pick up the toys Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 14 Intake: Send an email with the number of children, ages of each child, gender of each child, and the Parents' first and last name and address. Registration: Register by Tuesday, November 25th Distribution: Will receive an email or call for pick-up date, time, and location Description: Toys and gifts for children CLOSED CLOSED Kingdom Embassy Worship Center - Toys for Tots - Address: 6 Interlachen Rd, Hopkins, MN 55343 (Kingdom Embassy Worship Center) - Phone: (763)299-5899 - Email: [email protected] Serves: Anyone - Eligibility: Parents with children ages 0-14 - Registration: Before November 24, 2025 - Intake: Call or email to request toys - Documents: Drivers license/photo ID on distribution day - Distribution: TBD, email will be sent out to all registrants to notify them of the pick up date - Description: Provides toys for Christmas holiday CLOSED CLOSED MN Immigrant Movement Address: Minneapolis, MN Phone: (612)246-1149 - Email: [email protected] - Website: https://www.facebook.com/licenciasparatodosmn/?locale=es_LA Serves: Anyone Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 14 - Registration: 4 pm - 7:30 pm Friday, October 17, 27, and 30; November 7, 14, and 21 Intake: Call for location Documents: Birth certificate, passport or ID, or medical card Distribution: Provided when families register Description: Provides toys for tots CLOSED ??CLOSED MOTHERS - Toys for Tots Program Email: [email protected] Serves: Open to all Registration: October 31 and until full Intake: Register by email. Families should provide the parent's first and last name, address, phone number, the county the family lives in, and if they were referred by an organization or school. Information needed for each child includes, name, age, gender, and what the child would like to receive. Items provided to families are donated from the community. No clothing or gifts available this year. Distribution: Families will receive a follow-up update with a pick-up time and location Description: Provides a holiday Toys for Tot program CLOSED StartAnew - Youth Holiday Gift Shop Address: Faith Deliverance Holiness Church, 1116 Morgan Avenue North, Minneapolis, 55411 Phone: (612)223-1305 Serves: Anyone Eligibility: Youth ages 3 - 18 - Intake: Apply https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScY6v5E1Ap5e2vdSgBg6FBdPRJa5mxyEGSLwQHOa1Ci5INd9w/viewform Fees: $1 donation per child Distribution: December 19 and 20, Date and time will be provided after registration. Description: Each child can pick gifts for each member of his/her immediate family The Organization of Liberian Women In Minnesota (OLWMN) - Toys for Tots Address: 11468 Marketplace Dr N, Suite #600-1037, Champlin, MN 55316 Phone: (612)306-0334 Email: [email protected] - Intake: Email to request an application form or visit website https://surveyheart.com/form/6926008b6968f8f5186a4176 Serves: Open to all Eligibility: Families with children - Registration: Open now until Thursday, December 18th, 2025 until full Documents Required: Driver's License; Intake form requesting full names, ages, gender, date of birth for all kids; parent information required including full name, email address, phone number, and current home address Distribution: The agency will reach out with pick-up details Description: Offers free toys for families in need for Christmas CLOSED #YouMatter Minnesota Inc. Address: 13570 Grove Drive, Suite # 101 Maple Grove, MN 55311 Phone: (612)207-7885 Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.youmatterminnesota.org/ Serves: Anyone Eligibility: Parents with children ages birth - 17 Registration: Now until November 22 Intake: Apply https://forms.gle/kguYMFzq3c19Viyq7 Documents: ID Distribution: 12 noon - 5 pm Saturday December 20, location TBD Description: Provides toys for tots, refreshments, family photos, craft and activities, and gift wrapping CLOSED POLK COUNTY Christmas Meals Erskine Community Center Address: 105 Ross Avenue, Erskine, MN Phone: Call or text (218)280-2992 Serves: Open to all Eligibility: Individuals who are in need of a hot meal for Christmas Intake: Call to register and get on the list for either dine in, delivery or takeout (deliveries are always contingent on volunteer drivers). Registration: Must enroll by Saturday, December 20th, 2025 (if you miss the deadline for registration please know that nobody is turned away) Distribution: Thursday, December 25th, 2025 Dine in: Begins 5 pm - 8 pm, (refrain from attending if you are sick) Pickup: Starts at 4:30 pm Delivery: Starts around 4 pm; Meals delivered will be left outside the door with a courtesy knock. Description: Provides a Christmas meal STEARNS COUNTY Christmas Meals Overcomers International Fellowship, Inc. Dream Center Address: 529 16th Avenue North, Saint Cloud, MN 56303 Phone: (320) 656-1550 Serves: Open to all Intake: Walk in Distribution: 12 noon Thursday, December 25th Description: Providing a Christmas meal and entertainment Place of Hope Address: 511 9th Avenue North, Saint Cloud, MN 56303 Phone: (320)203-7881 Serves: Open to all in need of a meal Intake: Walk in Distribution: 12:30 pm for lunch and 5:30 pm for dinner on Wednesday, December 24th, and Thursday, December 25th Description: Providing lunch and dinner Christmas meals STATEWIDE Holiday Gifts/Toys CLOSED 22 Until None - Task Force Kringle Address: 18402 North 19th Avenue Box 370, Phoenix, AZ 85023 Phone: (866)254-9961 Serves: Open to all honorably discharged veterans with a VA disability and their families. Past recipients of the program are not eligible. Eligibility: Application must be submitted by the veteran only using their own contact information. Must have an honorable discharge (DD214 Form 4 required), a 30% or higher VA disability rating, and minor dependents listed in VA Ebenefits (children must be biological or legally adopted). Must show proof of financial hardship not related to legal or criminal issues. Registration: Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 - Friday, October 31st, 2025 - Intake: Visit website https://www.22untilnone.org/task-force-kringle to apply; must be filled out by the veteran only; not by a spouse or anyone else Documents: DD214 Form 4 showing honorable discharge status; SNAP benefits, unemployment statement, Medicare benefits, medical or repair bills, LIHEAP or EBT participation, HUD/HUD-VASH documentation, or bills for catastrophic events or medical expenses demonstrating financial hardship. Incomplete or incorrect documentation will result in rejection. Distribution: Recipients will be notified either Friday, October 31st, 2025, or Saturday, November 1st, 2025. Those not selected will be notified on Saturday, November 1st, 2025. Description: Provides financial assistance to eligible veteran families for holiday gifts purchased through Amazon (includes shipping and taxes). No cash is given. CLOSED CLOSED We're Doing Our Own Thing WDO2T - Toys for Tots Address: 3800 American Boulevard West, Suite 1500-8042 Phone: (844)210-9100 - Serves: Open to all Eligibility: Families with children who are low income ages 18 and under Registration: Deadline to register is Monday, December 1, 2025 - Intake: Visit website to follow the pre-registration link for Minnesota at https://www.wdo2t.org/ Documents: Provide information for the parent's name, child's name, age, and gender Distribution: Information will be provided once registered and approved for toy pick up Description: Provides a holiday Toys for Tots program CLOSED Christmas Baskets Fare for All - Holiday Food Package Address: Sites are located in Anoka, Blue Earth, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Hennepin, McLeod, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Ramsey, Rice, Sherburne, Stearns, Washington, and Wright counties. Visit website for address locations. Phone: (763)450-3860 Serves: Open to all Intake: No pre-registration needed. Visit website for dates and times of locations at each site in the months of October, November, and December. Website is https://www.thefoodgroupmn.org/groceries/fare-for-all/schedule/. Walk-ins are the only preferred method. Distribution: Packages are available for purchase on certain dates at different locations in October, November, and December Fees: $35 per Holiday food pack Method of Payment: Cash, credit, debit, or EBT card Description: Provides a Holiday food pack which typically contains a ham, other protein items, veggie sides, and dessert for purchase WASHINGTON COUNTY Christmas Meals Catholic Churches of Saint Michael and Saint Mary - Christmas Community Dinner Address: 611 3rd Street South, Stillwater, MN 55082 - Serves: Open to all Intake: Walk in for a dine-in Christmas meal Distribution: 5 pm - 6:30 pm Saturday, December 20, 2025 Description: Provides a Christmas dinner meal