Holiday Hope – Community Thread
Celebrating 56 Years of Holiday Hope
Last year, Holiday Hope helped make the season brighter for our neighbors.
Local children experienced a brighter holiday season!
Received valuable support through Holiday Hope
Older adults and adults with disabilities received support from Cub.
2026 Holiday Hope Recipient Registration Is OPEN!
Community Thread’s Holiday Hope program helps families experiencing financial hardship by providing an opportunity to select holiday gifts for children from birth through 12th grade living in the Stillwater Area School District boundaries.
Eligibility
You qualify for Holiday Hope if all of the following requirements are met:
- Your family is experiencing financial hardship.
- You have children from birth through 12th grade.
- Your children live within the Stillwater Area School District boundaries.
Registration Process
Registration consists of two steps:
- Complete the online registration form and submit the required documentation.
- After your application is submitted, you’ll receive an access code and link to schedule your Gift Room shopping appointment.
Required Documents
When completing the registration form, please upload:
- A form of identification for each child (birth certificate, current school ID, or health insurance card).
- Proof of current address for the parent or legal guardian registering (such as a utility, cellphone, or credit card bill dated within the past 60 days).
All applications will be reviewed and verified.
DONATE TO HOLIDAY HOPE
DONATIONS ACCEPTED NOW through DECEMBER 7We’re so grateful for your interest in supporting Holiday Hope!
To help us maintain the integrity of the program, we kindly ask that all donated gifts be new, unwrapped, and valued at a minimum of $15. These thoughtful contributions help ensure that local children in need receive gifts that bring dignity, hope, and genuine joy during the holiday season.
Need a little shopping inspiration? Please refer to our Official Gift Wish List for ideas and guidance. If you prefer to make a financial contribution, simply click the Make a Monetary Donation button below. You can also conveniently shop the Amazon Wish List below.
Thank you for helping make the holidays brighter for children and families in our community.
Holiday Resources
We apologize if Holiday Hope isn’t able to serve your family due to age or geographic eligibility. Please know you’re not alone; many wonderful programs across the metro are here to help. We’ve created a helpful resource list to guide you to support that may be a great fit for your family.
Happy Holidays from Community Thread!