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Our goal is to ensure that every child, regardless of their circumstances, has the opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas.

IWISHFOR A Christmas Initiative

A heartwarming program that has been bringing joy and happiness to over 2000 children in need, since 2008. 

By Providing A Bundle of Joy With Gifts,

"I WISH FOR A CHRISTMAS" instills a sense of hope and belonging in the hearts of children who may otherwise not have been able to experience the joy of the holiday season.

Each Child will receive a Gift Bundle. Each bundle will have the following items:

2 Outfits Per Child

We will provide two complete
outfits to each child.

2 Toys, Games, or Device

We will provide following according to child's age and our availability through donations: 2 toys, games, or a electronic device.

2 Books Per Child

We will provide each child 2 books according to their ages. The categories will range from coloring, activity, and reading books.

1 Meal Card Per Family

We will provide 1 meal card per family to buy groceries to prepare a meal for their family during the holidays.

We Need Your Help.

“I Wish For A Christmas” success lies in the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders, local businesses that donate gifts, volunteers who wrap and distribute presents, and organizations that support the cause through fundraising and awareness campaigns. The community’s generosity has been the driving force behind this initiative, with individuals donating their time, money, and resources to make a difference in the lives of these children.

How You Can Get Involved

$100 Donation

By donating $100, you gift a bundle of joy to a child in need. Each bundle contains two full outfits, a toy or game, and a meal card, ensuring a family can share a special Christmas meal together.

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Donate New Clothing

We welcome donations of brand new, unused clothing items such as garments, undergarments, socks, and coats. We accept clothing for both girls and boys, ranging in size from newborn to 4XL. Additionally, we appreciate shoe donations in sizes from infant to 12.

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Books and Games

We Welcome donations of brand new books and games suitable for infants, young children, and teenagers. Please ensure that the donated books or games do not contain any explicit sexual content, offensive language, or hate speech.

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I WISH FOR A CHRISTMAS FLASHBACKS

Since 2008, “I WISH FOR A CHRISTMAS” has been spreading joy and happiness to children and their families.
Please enjoy the photos below.

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