After the incredible success of our first fundraiser, we knew WE had to keep going!

2025 Give-Back Benefit Bash!

This Christmas, our goal is to bless 50 families with the kind of joy and relief that makes the season special. We know the holidays can be especially hard when money is tight, and sometimes parents are forced to choose between paying bills and creating memories for their children. That’s where we step in — together.

This year nominated families will have the chance to receive the support that meets their needs most in one of two ways:

A Christmas Dinner Basket — filled with ham, traditional sides, dessert, and holiday extras. It’s more than food; it’s the gift of sitting down together, sharing a warm meal, and feeling the dignity of a full table.

Toys for their Children — thoughtful, age-appropriate gifts (around $10–$15 each) to bring smiles, laughter, and a sense of magic to Christmas morning.

And we won’t stop at 50 families if the generosity goes further. Any extra funds raised will allow us to keep extending our reach — blessing more households and, when possible, donating to trusted local charities.

But here’s the most important part: we can’t do any of this without you.

The success of this mission depends entirely on the generosity of those who believe in it.

Nominate a Family

NOMINATE A FAMILY IN NEED

The holidays are meant to be filled with joy, but for some families, this season can feel especially heavy. Even the strongest families sometimes need a little extra support — and there’s no shame in that.

That’s why we’ve created a simple and completely confidential nomination form. You can quietly nominate your own family or a family you know who could use the comfort of a Christmas Dinner Basket or the joy of toys under the tree.

Every nomination is private and judgment-free. Families will remain anonymous unless they choose otherwise, because this is about lifting each other up — with kindness, compassion, and care.

NOMINATE A FAMILY

Sponsor a Family

Nominate a Family

Holiday Helper Sponsor

With $50, you can provide a joyful holiday to an entire household.

Season of Giving Sponsor

For $100, you will bless two families with the warmth of the holiday season.

Community Cheer Sponsor

With $250, you will bring cheer to five families through meals or gifts.

Spirit of Christmas Sponsor

For $500, your generosity will fill the homes of ten families with the spirit of Christmas.

Angel of Hope Partner

Any donation of $1000 or more will make a transformative impact by blessing twenty or more families with hope and holiday cheer.

All donors will be recognized on our website, social media pages, and at the benefit unless requested otherwise.

SPONSOR A MEAL

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Nominate a Family

Make a donation

DONATE ANY AMOUNT

Think small gifts don't matter? They DO! Together, $5 here and $25 there quickly grow into dinners on tables and gifts under trees.

DONATE A TRICKY TRAY

Last year, tricky trays made the day unforgettable. Each basket donated drew people in, added energy to the fundraiser, and multiplied the dollars we were able to give back.

Donations can be made via buttons below or in person at our center. We accept online payments, cash, and checks payable to A Smart Start CARES.

MAKE A DONATION

When you give, you’re not just donating.

You’re making it possible for children to wake up with joy on Christmas morning. You’re helping parents breathe a little easier, knowing that someone cared enough to make the holidays brighter for their family. You’re sending a message of love and support that can’t be measured in dollars alone.

We know we can’t help everyone. But for every single family we do reach, the difference is immeasurable.

Together, let’s make this Christmas a season of hope, generosity, and community!

Nominate a Family

Anyone can nominate a family — even your own — who could use a little extra love this season from now until November 14, 2025. Every nomination will remain private and confidential, and families will stay anonymous unless they choose otherwise. We know everyone faces hardships, even if they don’t share them publicly, and we’re here to offer kindness, not judgment.

*Please note: submitting a nomination does not guarantee selection and the number of families we’re able to bless will depend on what we raise together. If your nomination is selected, you will be contacted at the number or email entered on the form. Pickup/Delivery will be either 12/20/25 or 12/21/25.

After the incredible success of our first fundraiser, we knew WE had to keep going!