Holiday Food and Gift Basket has concluded our 2024 season and I want to thank the hundreds of donors, sponsors, and volunteers who gave of themselves to make it a success.

This year, 785 families totalling 2,187 individuals were referred to us by schools, township offices, and social service agencies in Oak Park and River Forest.  Every referred family received a gift card to Jewel-Osco the week before Thanksgiving in an amount varying from $35-$80 depending on family size.  In addition, every family was matched with a community sponsor who purchased holiday gifts off a provided wish list.

I want to extend a special thank you to two congregations who are essential to our operations.  First United Church of Oak Park donates office space throughout the year and United Lutheran Church hosts gift drop-off week in December allowing use of their sanctuary and other spaces throughout the building.

Since the 1970’s, Holiday Food and Gift Basket has been spreading joy and helping our neighbors in need.  Our small program has a big impact because of the support of community members like you.  As one recipient said, “The holidays can be difficult.  Thank you for brightening my days!”

If you would like to help with our ongoing fundraising efforts, please click the GIVE button in the upper right corner of this page.  Be sure to indicate that your donation is for Holiday Food and Gift Basket.  Or you can mail a check to:

Holiday Food and Gift Basket

℅ Community of Congregations

P.O. Box 3365

Oak Park, IL 60303-3365

If you are interested in being involved as a sponsor or volunteer, you can reach me at hfgbholidays@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support of Holiday Food and Gift Basket.

Kelly Pollock, Director

Holiday Food and Gift Basket is a program of the Community of Congregations, a 501(c)(3) organization.