Holiday (Christmas) Gifts for Families in Need
For Stark County families in need, the holidays can be a difficult time. Every parent wants to see the smile on their child’s face as they unwrap a present that’s just for them. But for many local families, gift exchanges are simply not financially possible. When money is tight, there is a choice to be made between buying gifts, paying bills and keeping up with everything else. Presents are often first to come off the list.
To help bring some joy to harder times, there are local organizations dedicated to providing assistance during the holiday season. Some offer free toys while others help make holiday shopping more affordable. If you need help purchasing gifts this year, reach out today for support.
Affordable or free holiday and Christmas gifts (note that deadlines to request help vary)
Alliance, OH 44601420 Market Ave. S
Canton, OH 44702
Massillon, OH 44646
PO Box 595
Waynesburg, OH 44688
A Community Christmas
Stark County families can receive toys, food vouchers, gift cards, clothing, books and Christmas decorations.
Email: [email protected]
Salvation Army of Alliance
Serving the Alliance community:
57 West Main St.- Hot meal program
- Soup Kitchen: Monday, Wednesday and Friday | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Food pantries
- (By appointment only) Tuesday - Thursday | 10am - 12pm and 12:30pm - 2:30pm | Friday: as needed
- Clothing
- Diaper Bank: Monday-Friday | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Shelters
- Rent assistance
- Utility assistance
- Programs for adults and youth
- Holiday/Christmas assistance
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 823-5188
Phone: (330) 823-5188
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9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Salvation Army of Canton
Serving the Canton community with:
- Emergency food pantry
- Diaper/Feminine hygiene distribution
- To-go meals (soup kitchen/bagged)
- Rental/utility assistance (as funding allows)
- Showers
- Seasonal assistance (back-to-school supplies/Christmas help)
- Recreation + educational programs (adults & children)
Programs may vary by season and availability. Contact the Salvation Army of Canton or visit their website for eligibility details, dates, and registration information.
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 453-0158
Phone: (330) 453-0158
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Salvation Army of Massillon
Serving the Massillon community:
315 6th St. NE- Hot meal program: Fridays 11a-12p
- Choice Food Pantry: Monday-Friday- Call office 330-833-6473 for Same Day Appointment- Appointment required.
- Clothing: Vouchers for Perry Helping Perry
- Shelters: Emergency shelter resources
- Rent & Utility assistance: Call office for availability
- Programs for adults and youth: Call office for details
- Holiday/Christmas assistance
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 833-6473
Phone: (330) 833-6473
Email: [email protected]
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Toys for Tots - Stark County
Families in need can request a toy for a Christmas present from Toys for Tots. Learn more on the Canton Toys for Tots website.
Phone: (330) 309-3146
Phone: (330) 309-3146
Email: [email protected]
Perry Helping Perry
A community-based organization that exists to provide needed support for Perry residents with a food pantry, clothing, school supplies and more.
- Food Pantry Non-perishable food and toiletries 3rd Saturday of each month 9am – 12pm Trinity United Methodist Church 3757 Lincoln Way E Massillon, OH 44646
- Clothes Closet Clothing for infants, children, and adults 5038 W Tuscarawas St Canton, OH 44708 Tuesday, Wednesday, & Saturday 10am – 4pm Thursday 10am – 7pm
- Backpacks Provide backpacks and school supplies for families in need In partnership with Whipple Heights Alliance Church Click here for application
- Sack Snacks Weekend snacks for school age children Prepared throughout the school year by Perry Helping Perry volunteers. They are distributed to all the schools in the Perry Local School District and discreetly given to qualifying children. Check out our calendar or Facebook page for the packing schedule.
- Bikes Provides donated bikes to children and adults Give us a call at 330-737-1281 or send us an email
- Christmas Giveaway Help families provide gifts and stocking stuffers for their children In partnership with Perry Christian Church Click here for application
Phone: (330) 737-1281
Phone: (330) 737-1281
Email: [email protected]
The Helping Hands Network
The Helping Hands Network (HHN) has been serving the Sandy Valley community for 43 years. Currently we provide food pantry and free clothing resources. Families must meet USDA income guideline to qualify for the food pantry. We are a member of the Stark County Hunger Task Force (SCHTF)and the Akron Canton Regional Foodbank (ACRFB). Funding is provided by the SCHTF and local churches, individuals and businesses. We offer a choice pantry that our families may shop twice per month. Clothing is open to anyone. Our community also provides school supplies, Christmas gifts for children and Easter candy which is coordinated through HHN.
126 South Main St.PO Box 595
Waynesburg, OH 44688
Phone: (330) 866-2005
Phone: (330) 866-2005
Email: [email protected]
