Christmas Program
To follow the Vincentian spirit this year we will be prioritizing gifts in the form of experiences. Consider asking for something you can do with your kids like a trip to the zoo, bowling alley, ice skating etc.
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Registration: Due to the high number of requests received, we have reached our maximum application capacity and are no longer accepting new applications at this time.
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You will be notified of your application status by Nov 1st, please do not call before hand. Our volunteers won't be able to assist you. Approved recipients will be contacted by volunteers, and gifts will be delivered no later than Dec 10th
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Applicants might be denied if:​
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You have participated in SVDP Christmas program more than 8 times.
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Incomplete application
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We have reached out the maximum application capacity.
How to apply
To complete the application, you will need to have the following documentation ready. You will need to complete the application in one session, and gathering documentation now will facilitate the process.
1 / Photo ID - for all adults in the household
(Driver’s license, state ID, or other government-issued ID)
2 / Proof of address - for the parent, guardian or custodian
(Utility bill, lease, or other document showing current address)
3 / Custodial documents - required for all non- parent guardians
(Court papers or official documentation showing legal custody)
4 / Proof of family size and children's age (birth- 17)
(One of the following for each child: birth certificate, hospital birth record, State ID, passport)
Sign-Up Information
Online sign-ups will take place at the end of October each year.​​
Due to high demand: A family can receive help from the SVDP Christmas Program a maximum of 8 times. After that, you will need to ask for Christmas help from another organization.
New for 2024
The gift idea form will be sent via email once we review your application (if you are eligible for our program). Submit the gift idea form within 48 hours of receiving it, or your application will be denied.
How to Apply
Step 1: Fill out an application with required documents
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Custodial documents for all non-parent guardians
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Photo ID for adults in household
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Proof of address for parent/guardian/custodian
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Birth certificates for all children in home (birth-17) as proof of family size for holiday meal (or hospital birth record, state ID, passport, or government printouts that show children's birthdates such as Medicaid, SNAP, TANF printouts
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Step 2: You will receive an email stating that we have received your application. Please check your inbox and your spam/junk folder.
Step 3: After we review your application, you will receive another email.
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If you are not eligible for our program, your application will be denied.
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If you are eligible for our program, you will receive an email with a link for a gift idea form.
Step 4: Submit the gift idea form within 48 hours, or your application will be denied. You will receive an email confirming you have submitted your gift idea form.
Step 5: After staff has reviewed your gift idea form, you will receive an email notifying you if your application has been approved. This email will contain more information about what it means to be sponsored through the SVDP Christmas Program.