Since 1983, Community Resource Center’s Holiday Baskets program has been providing relief to households in need during the holiday season. With the support of our compassionate community, our 43rd Annual Holiday Baskets Program helped hundreds of local families and individuals celebrate the season while easing financial stress, allowing them to focus on essentials like rent and utilities.
Thank you to every volunteer who gave their time, each partner who joined us on-site to share resources and support, and every donor who helped brighten the season for our neighbors in need.
Holiday Baskets Impact
2025 Holiday Baskets participants shared:
“This brightened all of our lives immensely.”
“I find myself in a very hard spot right now, living in my car and in between jobs. I was able to get some warm pajamas for the cold nights and a luxurious blanket that I can’t wait to use!”
“This allowed our family to have a joyful Christmas without the stress from a lack of funds to enjoy the season.”
“It means so much to me and my family, the contributions, donations, community, volunteers and staff have all come together in one cause during a special time of year. It’s magical!”
Holiday Baskets Shopping Experience
CRC clients participated in a “dignity of choice” shopping experience in December, where they selected most needed and wanted items at a local store. In addition, they received a voucher for gently-used items at CRC’s resale stores, new blanket, fresh produce, and personal care items.
Holiday Backpacks for Unsheltered Individuals
Our unsheltered community members received new backpacks and selected winter essentials, personal care items, nonperishable food, snacks and special gifts.
Senior Gifts
To make the holidays special for seniors, volunteers delivered gifts filled with thoughtful items to bring comfort, care and holiday cheer.
