Christmas Sharing Guide
Site: Halton Hills
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: ACT4031 | Last Full Update: 06 Nov 2019 |
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| Public Comments | Christmas 2019 information will be updated as it becomes available. |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | This listing summarizes holiday season donation and sponsorship programs, community meals which provide an opportunity for all members of the public to enjoy a Christmas meal with others (all are free of charge), and volunteering opportunities. Volunteering Volunteer Halton has volunteering opportunities for a wide range of local nonprofit organizations. Christmas Assistance, Food and Toy Hampers Acton Christmas Hamper Committee Those struggling to meet family needs this Christmas season can apply to receive a food and toy hamper. Where: Apply at The Salvation Army Community Church, 114 Mill St E, Acton. Applications must be completed in person. Bring current (not expired) identification for all family members as well as current proof of residency. Applications cannot be taken unless these are provided. When: Application dates are: Tue, Nov 5th and Wed, Nov 6th, 1:30-3:30 pm Tue, Nov 12th and Wed, Nov 13th, 10 am-12 noon Tue, Nov 19th and Wed, Nov 20th, 1-3 pm Tue, Nov 26th and Wed, Nov 27th, 10 am-12 noon Tue, Dec 3rd, 10 am-12 noon Dec 3 is the final deadline for applications. Food hampers will be distributed on Sat, Dec 14th at St. Joseph Patron of Canada Church, 64 Church St E, Acton. Links2Care Holiday Giving Program Families and individuals in need can apply to receive gifts of pajamas, socks, underwear and toiletries for children up to 18 years of age from eligible low income families in Halton Hills. Where: Applications are available online or by contacting Links2Care. Proof of income is required. When: Deadline for application is Dec 6th Contact: Janet at 905-873-6502 or jbattista@links2care.ca Donations: Holiday Giving Sponsors will be provided with a family profile with children’s genders, ages, sizes and clothing needs. Monetary donations are also very much appreciated, and can be allocated directly to this program upon request. Gifts should be unwrapped but wrapping paper, gift bags, ribbon and tape may be included with donations. DROP OFF LOCATIONS: Georgetown Christian Fellowship Church, 13619 Hwy 7 W, Halton Hills: Mon-Fri, Dec 9th to 16th, 9am-3pm and Thu, Dec 5th and 12th, 6-9 pm Links2Care Acton, 47 Mill St E, Acton: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4pm Links2Care Georgetown, 360 Guelph St, Unit 33, Georgetown: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4pm The Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church Applications for Christmas assistance. Applicants must bring identification for themselves and anyone else being named on the application (including children), proof of rent and proof of income. Where: Georgetown Community Church, 271 Mountainview Rd S, Georgetown When: Tue-Thu, Nov 19th to Dec 13th, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, please call to book an appointment Contact: Emily at 905-877-1374 ext. 103 Donations: toy drive donations are needed by Sun, Dec 15th, especially in need of gifts and gift cards for children and youth ages 10-18 years; monetary donations in support of the Christmas campaign can be mailed to The Salvation Army, PO Box 199, Georgetown, ON, L7G 4YS. Food and Gift Drives Halton Regional Police Service - Toys for Tots Members of the public are invited to make a donation of new, unwrapped toys for children and teens ages 10-16 years. Where: any police station in Halton Region. When: Toys must be dropped off by Thu, Dec 5th Contatct: miracleonmain@haltonpolice.ca Active Choice Rehabilitation Centre Food and Toy Drive Active Choice is collecting new toys and non-perishable food items for the holiday season to be donated to The Salvation Army Church/Acton Food Share. Where: 19 Mill St E, Acton When: Mon 1-7 pm, Tue-Wed 9 am-1 pm and 4-7 pm, Thu 1-7 pm, Fri 9 am-3 pm Contact: Active Choice at 519-853-2244 Leathertown Lumber Toy Drive Leathertown Lumber's annual Christmas toy drive collects unwrapped toys to be donated to The Salvation Army, Acton. Where: Leathertown Lumber, 264 Main St N, Acton When: Donations accepted until Tue, Dec 17th Contact: Leathertown Lumber at 519-853-1970 Dr. Anoop Sayal & Associates 22nd Annual Food Drive Dr. Anoop Sayal & Associates Family and Cosmetic Dentistry is collecting donations for the annual food drive in support of the Georgetown Bread Basket. Where: office located in the Georgetown Market Place, 280 Guelph St, Georgetown Contact: 905-877-2273 Community Dinners Acton Community Christmas Dinner Free Christmas lunch with turkey and all the trimmings. Everyone is welcome and transportation is available for those who need a ride. Where: Acton Town Hall Centre, 19 Willow St N, Acton When: Wed, Dec 25th from 12 noon-2 pm Contact: visit the sign-up page here to sign up to help or to RSVP for the dinner |
| Hours | Call for information |
| Areas Served | Halton Hills |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | No application required |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Halton Hills |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable - online guide only |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Topic Guides |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Special Topics |
| Service Categories | Christmas Programs ; Holiday Donations ; Holiday Gifts/Toys ; Volunteer Opportunities |
