Give the gift of peace and empowerment
Each holiday season, FamilyForward brings joy to the children, teens, and families we support through our special holiday gift project. This year, we’re excited to introduce new ways to make the season brighter—explore how you can get involved and make a difference below.
Ways to Give
Donate Gift Cards
Gift cards allow parents and guardians to choose the best gifts for their children, giving them a sense of autonomy and joy during the holidays. You can shop directly from our Amazon wishlist or other retailers for gift cards in $25, $50, or $100 increments. Alternatively, donate funds for gift card purchases by visiting our donate page and selecting “Holiday Wishlist” from the "I want to support" dropdown.
For more details, contact Emily Birgenheier.
Sponsor a Child or Family
Help relieve the holiday stress for a child or family in our programs by providing them with toys, household essentials, and clothing items. You’ll receive a list of specific gift requests, and we ask that you purchase 2-3 gifts per individual. Let us know if you're interested in participating by December 9th!
For more details, contact Sarah Hollstrom.
Host a Toy Drive
Organize a toy and gift collection to support FamilyForward families. We’ll provide a list of requested items to help guide your drive. Let us know if you're interested in participating by December 9th!
For more details, contact Sarah Hollstrom.
“Thank you for the gift card! It was truly a blessing, especially during this time of the year. I was shocked and surprised. I can do wonders with it! I’m smiling today, knowing that I can give my kids the best toys and presents this year.”
- FamilyForward mom
Donation Drop Off
1. Gift cards purchased through our Amazon Wish List will be delivered directly to FamilyForward.
2. You can also purchase and deliver gifts and gift cards to our Developmental Trauma Center Monday through Friday between the hours of 9am and 5pm by Friday, December 20th. We'd love to see you!
Developmental Trauma Center
11358 Van Cleve Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63114-1131
If you would like FamilyForward to acknowledge your gift card donation from our Amazon wishlist with a tax receipt letter, please leave your name, email, and mailing address in the Gift Message box on Amazon.
If you have any questions, please contact Emily Birgenheier.