Local Holiday Assistance Programs
HACAP has seen a change in the needs of our communities over the last few years, which has led to providing more support needed for year-round programming than ever before. Because of this, we will not be offering a gift card signup for individuals this year. Though we know that budgets become tighter and that the gift cards we have provided to families the last few years have been helpful, we now have a greater need for funds to pay for the goods and services that will help our programs benefit more people in our communities. It’s important to note that HACAP provides programming for low-income families year-round. If you or your family is need of food, utility bill assistance, support for pregnant mothers, weatherization, or childcare, please find out how to apply here, if you have not yet already. Donors looking to support HACAP's greatest needs this holiday season can do so here.
Please Note: Events have been verified but are subject to change. Please contact the organization listed in bold for direct questions regarding programming. This page will be updated as we receieve more resources throughout the season.
LINN COUNTY
Christmas Meal - Salvation Army
Dec. 19th, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM. 1000 C Ave NW, Cedar Rapids. Phone: 319-364-9131. Sit Down Meal Open to Everyone.
Christmas Holiday Bags
Distributing bags Wednesday, Dec. 18th, 19th, 20th, 12:30 PM - 3 PM at Linn Community Food Bank, 310 5th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401.
Prison Fellowship - Angel Tree
December - Individual Custom Dates. For parent(s) in prison. Must register through their prison chaplain.
Kids Free Coat Giveaway
Dec. 20th, 2-4 PM, Cedar Valley Townhomes, 3000 J St., Cedar Rapids, IA
Put on by Molina Health Care
5th Annual Family! Feast! Fun! - Together We Achieve (TWA)
Invites families to connect over delicious meals, fostering community and celebration during this joyful time of year. Registration for FFF will open on December 1st, and the event will be held on December 21st from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 1150 27th Ave SW. Stay tuned to social media accounts for the registration links and updates.
JOHNSON COUNTY
Project Holiday - CommUnity Crisis
Dec. 16th - Dec. 21st, During shopping hours: MWF 12-4:30, Tuesday 12-7pm, Thursday 9:30-4:30 and Saturday 9:30-2:00. No registration is required for those who are coming into the food pantry to pick up. If people are wanting a delivery (Iowa City area only) then they will need to register when they call in for their delivery order.
Iowa City Holiday Toy Redistribution Project
Dec. 8th 1:30-3:00 and Dec. 10th 6pm-7:30, 1121 S. Gilbert Ct. (CommUnity Office). No registration, no requirement. Free lightly used toys will be laid out and you can choose for your child. Toys will have a point system and you will "spend" your points based on number of children.
Christmas Toy Registration
Nov. 1st - Dec. 7th. Call (319) 337-3725. Visit Website. Family with children 0-5 Applicants must register. Call if needing assistance.
BENTON COUNTY
Christmas Dinner-Presbyterian Church of Vinton
Dec 25th, 2024 11:30am-1:30pm 608 1st Ave, Vinton, For Reservations call (319) 472-3766. Dine in, carry out or delivery within Vinton (limit of 3 meals per household on delivery).
JONES COUNTY
Jones County Senior Center - Christmas
TBD - Holiday Meal. Call 319-462-4484. Hot holiday meal-date still being considered.
DELAWARE COUNTY
Second Helpings - United Methodist Church
Monday night meals. Call 563-927-4439. Plans holiday meals on week of holiday.
Untied Methodist Church - Clothing
By appointment only. Call 563-927-4439. Winter clothing.
Helping Services
During December. **Youth Big Sister/Big Brother holiday assistance - CLIENTS ONLY.
