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)

A Community Christmas

Stark County families can receive toys, food vouchers, gift cards, clothing, books and Christmas decorations. 2023 Deadline to apply is through November 3rd. Click here for application information.
Phone: (330) 454-3841
Fax: (330) 454-1117

Salvation Army of Alliance

Serving the Alliance community:
  • Hot meal program
  • Food pantries
  • Clothing
  • Shelters
  • Rent assistance
  • Utility assistance
  • Programs for adults and youth
  • Holiday/Christmas assistance - visit saangeltree.org to apply
57 West Main St.
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 823-5188
Hide HoursShow Hours
Mon.
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue.
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed.
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu.
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri.
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Salvation Army of Canton

Serving the Canton community: Hot meal program Food pantries Clothing Shelters Rent assistance Utility assistance Programs for adults and youth  
420 Market Ave. S
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 453-0158
Hide HoursShow Hours
Mon.
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue.
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed.
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu.
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri.
8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Salvation Army of Massillon

Serving the Massillon community:
  • Hot meal program
  • Food pantries
  • Clothing
  • Shelters
  • Rent assistance
  • Utility assistance
  • Programs for adults and youth
  • Holiday/Christmas assistance - visit saangeltree.org to apply
315 6th St. NE
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 833-6473
Hide HoursShow Hours
Mon.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

Perry Helping Perry

A community-based organization that exists to provide needed support for Perry residents 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
  • 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

Helping Hands Network

Clothes and shoes for Sandy Valley Local School District students.   Food pantry: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m.
126 South Main St.
Waynesburg, OH 44688
Phone: (330) 866-2005
Hide HoursShow Hours
Tue.
9:00 am - 11:30 am
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Wed.
9:00 am - 11:30 am
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Thu.
9:00 am - 11:30 am
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm