Christmas Kids

WHO: Families with a total household income no higher than 150%

of the Federal Poverty Level may apply in person for assistance

through this program. Federal Poverty Level figures for 2025 can be

WHAT: Families meeting designated income guidelines may apply

to receive Christmas gifts from generous sponsors.

WHEN / WHERE: To apply for Christmas assistance, you must

come in person to the House of the Carpenter on these dates:

*Please note, applications will only be accepted in person on

these dates. There is no other way or time to apply for

assistance.

How to Apply:

To apply for Christmas assistance, you must bring all of

documentation listed below to the HOC on one of the dates listed:

Photo identification of the parent / guardian applying,
Birth certificates for ALL members of the household,
Guardianship paperwork for children listed on the application if applicable,
Working phone number, and
Children's clothing sizes and wishlist. Please note, requests for large ticket items, such as gaming systems, bicycles, etc., cannot be accepted.

Participants must keep in mind that they may only apply for

Christmas assistance with one local agency. The HOC does cross-

reference the applications it receives with other local agencies.

Anyone found to have applied at more than one agency will not

receive assistance from ANY of those agencies for a period of at

least one year.

How to Register as a Sponsor:

To register as a sponsor, please complete our online form at

For more information, please call the House of the Carpenter’s

information desk at 304-233-4640 or email

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