HOLIDAY HOPE 2026
Bringing Festive Joy & Community Connection to NC Foster & Kinship Families
Being a foster or kinship family navigating the child welfare system isn’t easy, and during the holidays, that feeling of isolation can multiply. Holiday Hope is about more than putting a gift under a tree - it’s a statewide movement to ensure no family has to navigate this season alone. This year, we are hosting 7 regional celebrations across North Carolina so foster, adoptive, and kinship families can step into a room where they don't have to explain themselves, share a festive meal, and build lasting community. Through regional party hosts, local drop-off partners, and dedicated wish lists, we are ensuring every child and teen in the home - foster, kinship, biological, and adopted - receives a gift chosen just for them. Join us in bringing warmth, belonging, and true holiday hope to families in your community.
The Elf Magic Project:
OUR GOAL: Unite across North Carolina to create holiday magic and joyful celebrations for foster and kinship families.
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We're asking you to partner with us in ensuring 1,000 kids in NC get to experience the magic and the joy of the holiday season despite all they have gone through!
DONATE
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PURCHASE
Each gift is chosen to bring joy, warmth, and a sense of belonging to a child in need. By selecting a gift from this list, you’re helping to create a magical holiday season for a child who deserves it. Thank you for making a difference!
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COLLECTION
CALLING ALL Offices, Churches, Clubs, Families, and Communities!
Would you be willing to set up a collection box to gather new toys for foster children this holiday season? By coming together, we can make a huge difference and bring joy to these children’s lives.
We’ll be collecting donations during the week of December 1st. If you're interested in participating or would like more details, ideas, or information on how to get started, please reach out to us.
BECOME A REGIONAL HOST
We are seeking local partners to host 1 of our 7 regional holiday parties. FFA-NC provides the registration framework, wish list management, and campaign support - you provide the space, local volunteers, and festive warmth
How Regional Hosting Works
You don't have to provide every piece of the party. As a regional host, you can invite local restaurants for dinner, youth groups for decorating, and businesses for activities. You are the community anchor bringing it all together.
What FFA-NC Provides:
Centralized Family Registration (No recruiting or screening required by host)
Regional Wish Lists & Coordinated Media Support
Planning Guidance, Training & Dedicated Contact
On-Site Support during the event
What Regional Hosts Provide:
Welcoming Event Space
Local Volunteers to decorate, host, and wrap
Food, Drinks & Activities (can collaborate with local vendors)
Secure Gift Storage & Local Leadership