What is Christmas Giving?

This program serves financially disadvantaged families in Neenah and Menasha by providing clothing and gifts so they may experience a memorable Christmas. The Christmas Giving program was able to provide gifts to more than 950 children last year thanks to the generosity of the community, volunteers, and staff. Dolls, bikes, clothing, sporting goods, books, blankets, and more helped provide a brighter holiday for families in need. Mittens and caps knitted by the hands of many dedicated and talented volunteer knitters kept little hands and heads warm during the winter. We continue to provide this service to those with children from birth to age 18 who live in Neenah and Menasha. Families are referred to the Christmas Giving program by health and human service departments, schools, churches, and other youth organizations.

Sponsor A Family

Sponsorships are closed for the 2023 season! Watch our website and social media pages for Christmas Giving 2024 information.


Christmas Giving General Wish List

  • hair accessories (hair ties, scrunchies, clips, bobbie pins, etc.)

  • LED string lights

  • boys jogger sweatpants (sz 6-14)

  • girls jogger sweatpants (all sizes)

  • teen jogger sweatpants (juniors/women’s sizes)

  • aluminum-free deoderant

  • bar soap (unscented)

  • body wash for boys & girls (AXE, Bath & Body Works, etc.)

  • shampoo

  • conditioner


Volunteer Opportunities

If you would like to volunteer for Christmas Giving, please email Christmas@bgbrigade.com or call 920-725-3211.


Financial Contributions

We utilize donated funds by purchasing items to fulfill a child's Christmas wish list. Thanks for making Christmas possible!


Children served in the Neenah-Menasha area

2023: 951

2022: 914

2021: 887

2020: 1,003

2019: 1,083

2018: 1,100

2017: 935