THANK YOU
Each year, The Christmas Box International partners with our generous community to help fill Santa’s sleigh for children, teens, and young adults who have experienced abuse, neglect, or homelessness.
Thank you to everyone for your incredible support this holiday season. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for helping make holiday dreams come true.
GREATEST NEED
WALMART GIFT CARDS
We are asking donors to provide $25 Walmart gift cards. These empower parents working with the Division of Child and Family Services to purchase the gifts their children want and need. Each family receives two $25 gift cards per child/teen to help create a positive holiday experience.
Drop-off Locations
Please deliver your new, unwrapped items to one of these locations:
Salt Lake Area
Salt Lake Christmas Box House
3660 S. West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84115
Northeast entrance by angel statue
Northern Utah
Ogden Christmas Box House:
950 East 12th Street, Ogden, UT 84404
East entrance by angel statue
Project Elf Wish Lists
- Walmart, Target, Amazon
- Smith, Costco
- TJMAXX, Ulta
- Old Navy, PINK, Famous Footwear
- McDonalds, Little Caesars’, TacoBell, Chick-fil-A, Jimmy Johns
- Fiiz, Swig, Starbucks
- Cinemark, Megaplex, Nicklecade
- Hobby Lobby, Dollar Tree
- Fidget Toys
- “Warmies” Microwaveable Stuffed Animals
TEEN
- Press On Nails
- Ulta Makeup Palette
- Ulta Makeup Brush Set
- Make Up: Fake Lashes, Foundation, Bronzer
- Perfume and Lotion
- Popular Brand Hoodie (Nike, UnderArmour, Adidas): adult sizes
- Popular Brand Joggers: adult sizes
- Portable Speakers
- Over-Ear Headphones/Earbuds
- Nice Reusable Plastic Water Bottles (NO metal/glass. Dishwasher safe)
CHILD
- Lego sets
- Popular Disney Toys
- Bluey Toys
- Squishmallows
- VTech/Leapfrog Toys
- Little Tikes/ Fisher Price Toys
NO TOY WEAPONS
EXAMPLES: NERF GUNS OR LIGHT SABERS
- String/Boondoggle Kit
- Craft Kits & Art Kits (NO needles or glass)
- National Geographic STEM Kits
- STEM Activity Kits
- Diamond Art
- 8×10 canvas boards
- Acrylic Paint
- Baby Monitors
- Vacuums
- Duffle Bags
- Cordless Alarm Clocks
- Sound Machines
- Portable Blu Ray/DVD Players (Used for kids sick that need to stay in bed)
- Lock Boxes
- Switch Consoles (These are used at the shelters for all kids to play- not given as a present to an individual child)
- Switch Games (E rated- gift cards for downloads preferred)
- Amazon Fire Tablet (shelters are trying to move away from DVD Players)
Make shopping easier and check out our Amazon Wishlist.
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Organize a Project Elf Donation Drive
Organizing a Project Elf Donation Drive lets you involve others who might not be aware of the needs of the children being met by Project Elf. Many families, businesses, and groups enjoy the camaraderie of joining together to give, and to invite others to give.
Donation drives are also a great way for youth to gain a greater appreciation for the blessings they have by sharing them with others who are less fortunate.
There are numerous ways to conduct a successful Project Elf Donation Drive:
- Using a giving tree with Project Elf ornaments listing gifts from the Christmas Wish Lists (and of course gift cards)
- Passing out fliers to your neighborhood and then having a donation Pickup day
- Have a “Bring a Gift to Work Day”
- Host a Facebook fundraiser
The possibilities are as broad as your imagination. The key to a successful Project Elf Donation Drive is simply to ask.
Be sure to check out our WISH LISTS for ideas!
Downloads: In order to help you get out the word, we have included some artwork which you may download at the links below.
Project Elf Info Sheet
Project Elf Ornaments-Tags
Project Elf Ribbon Graphic
Project Elf Sign Utah
Holiday Assistance Notice
Christmas Box International is not able to assist the general public with holiday needs. Our holiday program is only able to support children served by DCFS.
If you are seeking holiday assistance, please contact 211 Utah for available community resources.
