IN 2024, CHRISTMAS CHEER IS SEEKING SPONSORS FOR MORE THAN 1,600 NEEDY CHILDREN AND 225 ELDERLY
In our community right now there are people who are not expecting Christmas to be very bright. They may have fallen on hard times. They may be ill, alone, or elderly. They may be unemployed, unable to work, or unable to walk, and therefore unable to provide Christmas for their children.
Would you like to help keep hope alive in the heart of a child or an elderly person this holiday season? Call (336-229-9969) or email (info@christmascheerofalamance.org).
Clubs, churches, businesses, office groups, families, extended families, and individuals are invited to experience the joy of giving this Christmas. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
some of the children and elderly who need assistance this year:
(updated 12/03/2024)
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Burlington - 24-023-1 After having their car vandalized then stolen, as well as employment problems, this couple is behind on all their bills and would appreciate help providing Christmas for their 11-year-old son. A gift card for groceries and supplies would be very helpful, and their son needs winter clothes. He would enjoy Legos or Transformers, a skateboard, and a gift card to a sports store for soccer cleats or equipment.
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Burlington - 24-033-1 Although both work full-time, this married couple is struggling to make ends meet. Their 8-year-old daughter is on the autism spectrum, with sensory processing issues. They would welcome a gift card to provide groceries and other necessities, and their daughter needs winter clothing and boots. She would also enjoy sensory toys, a sensory spinning chair, and a soft throw/blanket.
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Burlington - 24-023-2 Since Mom is unable to work due to her health (PTSD, learning disability), this couple is seeking assistance to provide Christmas for their two children. Their son is on the autism spectrum (severe) with a sensory disorder. The children need clothes (especially coats). Their son (11) would enjoy Legos, Transformer BotBots, and a Dominos game. Their daughter (10) would enjoy art supplies, Lankybox toys, and Five Nights at Freddy’s figurines.
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Burlington - 24-024-2 Living with her mother to share expenses, this single mother has had strokes and is currently having physical therapy for her hand. Both her daughters have asthma. Without help, she will be unable to provide Christmas for her children. Her 6-year-old would enjoy Hello Kitty and Gabby’s dollhouse. Her 5-year-old would enjoy Minnie Mouse and baby dolls. Both girls would enjoy bicycles (used ok).
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Burlington - 24-025-2 Losing her job and becoming homeless, this single mother is trying to get her life back on track, and needs help to provide Christmas for her two sons. Her 8-year-old would enjoy Legos, dinosaurs and puzzles. Her 18-month-old would enjoy Cocomelon, stuffed animals and a tricycle or toddler bicycle. Both boys need winter clothes.
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Burlington - 24-025-3 Although this single mother recently found employment, she had fallen behind on her bills so is unable to provide Christmas for her three children this year. Her children all need clothes and shoes, and a gift card for groceries and household supplies would be very helpful. Her son (17) would enjoy a skateboard, electric shaver and game for his PS5. Her older daughter (14) would enjoy makeup, craft kits, and a purse. Her younger daughter (10) would enjoy baby dolls, art/craft supplies and a diary.
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Burlington - 24-033-3 Caring for three sons with special needs, this single mother is unable to work and is living on SSI and food stamps. Her 14-year-old is on the autism spectrum (severe); her 16-year-old has a learning disability, and her 15-year-old has ADHD. Mom has severe anxiety issues. Without help, she will be unable to provide Christmas for her family. Her boys all need clothes, and a gift card to provide a holiday meal would be welcome. Her youngest son enjoys trucks, cars and bears. Her 15-year-old would enjoy a basketball, art/drawing supplies, and a watch. Her oldest (16) would enjoy board games, puzzles/cards and a watch. Both older boys have asked for a gaming table/chairs.
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Burlington - 24-029-4 Expensive car repairs have added to the financial difficulties for this single mother of four. She is seeking help this Christmas with food, clothes and toys. Her oldest daughter (10) would enjoy toiletries, room décor and jewelry. Her 6-year-old son would enjoy Spiderman, coloring books/supplies, and Legos. Her 5-year-old daughter would enjoy Barbie dolls, Bratz dolls and play makeup. Her 3-year-old son would enjoy Cocomelon, action figures and cars.
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Burlington - 24-030-4 Working fulltime at a low-paying job, this separated mother of four has a hard time paying her bills and would appreciate help this Christmas. Her 2-year-old is being tested for autism. The children all need winter clothes, and a Food Lion gift card would help with groceries. Her 13-year-old daughter would enjoy a tablet, hair products, and art/drawing supplies. Her 4-year-old daughter would enjoy an educational toy and dolls. Her two young sons (1 and 2) would enjoy trucks, cars, and educational toys. The three youngest would all enjoy riding toys.
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Burlington - 24-011-5 +E1 Taking care of her five children with no help from their fathers, this Mom is barely making ends meet on her part-time wages and SSI. Her 84-year-old mother (who has vision impairment and heart disease) also lives with them. Her twin 16-year-old sons have learning disabilities, and her 8-year-old son has learning disabilities and speech issues. Mom has anxiety and vision issues. Without help, she will be unable to provide Christmas for her family. Her children all need clothes and shoes, and a gift card for groceries and supplies would be welcome. Her two older sons (16) enjoy board games, remote control vehicles, wallets and men’s toiletries. Her 8-year-old son enjoys Legos, Spiderman and Paw Patrol. Her 6-year-old son would enjoy science projects and trucks/cars. Both boys would like tablets. Her daughter (5) would enjoy a doll, art/craft supplies, and hair & nails products. Grandmother would enjoy a blouse, bath towels, and toiletry items.
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Burlington - 24-013-5 +E1 Due to natural disaster with a tree falling on their house, this couple’s home is unlivable at the moment and they are supported by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. They are staying at Grandmother’s home temporarily. They live on Dad’s low income, and without help will be unable to provide Christmas for their five children. A gift card for groceries and household supplies would be helpful, and the children all need winter clothes. Their 13-year-old son would enjoy a watch and electric shaver. Their 12-year-old son would enjoy a wallet and art/drawing supplies. Their 9-year-old son would enjoy a tablet and bicycle (used is ok). Their 7-year-old son would also enjoy a tablet and Hot Wheels. All four boys would enjoy soccer accessories. Their daughter (almost 2) enjoys Minnie Mouse, blocks and dolls. Grandmother would enjoy a skirt and blouse, pajamas, and toiletries.
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Elon - 24-503-4 A single mother of four children is unemployed and depends on her ex-husband and food stamps to cover their bills. Without help, she will be unable to provide Christmas for her children. Her 11-year-old son has a learning disability. He would enjoy art/craft supplies, a remote control vehicle, and Stitch. Her 9-year-old daughter would enjoy Hello Kitty, dolls and a kitchen set. Her two older sons (15 and 16) enjoy soccer, basketball, Legos and art/drawing. The children all need clothing and shoes, and a gift card to help with groceries and household supplies would be welcome.
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Graham - 24-700-1 Living on a fixed SSI income due to breathing issues and a birth defect, this single father has temporary custody of his 10-year-old niece. She needs clothes, and loves Air Jordan’s, Hello Kitty and Elsa (from Frozen).
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Graham - 24-703-1 After her mother passed away recently, this single mother has been struggling to provide for her 9-year-old son. She has recently started working again, but her income doesn’t even cover her basic expenses and without help she won’t be able to provide Christmas for him. Her son has asthma. He would like jeans and long-sleeved shirts, Playstation game cards, Pokemon cards, and a gaming comforter.
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Graham - 24-730-2 Although this couple is both working, their low wages are not enough to cover more than their base expenses. They work alternate shifts to cover child care. Without help, they will be unable to provide Christmas for their two young daughters. Their older daughter (2) has a cognitive delay and is being tested for autism, and mom has Diverticulitis and IBS. The girls both need winter clothes, and a gift card to help with groceries and supplies would be very helpful. The girls would enjoy educational toys, pull toys, sing-a-long and nursery rhymes, books and stuffed animals. They love Peppa Pig.
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Graham - 24-726-3 Single mother of four works full-time, but when school is not in session, she does not get paid. School was closed all summer and will be closed for winter break, which means she has no income during those times. Without help, she will be unable to provide Christmas for her three children. Her 8-year-old daughter has asthma. She would enjoy Hello Kitty toys, a tablet, and Barbie/baby dolls. Her 13-year-old son would enjoy a skateboard, Xbox and Roblox gift cards and art/drawing supplies. Her older daughter (14) also likes Hello Kitty, and would enjoy makeup, cologne and jewelry. The children all need winter clothes, and a gift card for groceries and household supplies would be helpful.
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Graham - 24-703-4 Although working, this single mother struggles to make ends meet each month, and is seeking help to provide Christmas for her four children. Her oldest son (17) helps care for her mother (not in the home) who has cancer and recently had knee surgery. Her 8-year-old son is on the autism spectrum, has ODD and ADHD. She is in the process of moving to another apartment, and will have extra expenses with that. The children all need winter clothing, and a gift card to provide groceries and household supplies would be helpful. Her oldest son (17) would enjoy Tech Deck skateboards, a drone and curly hair products. Her 10-year-old daughter would enjoy a bracelet making kit, Squishmallows, and room décor (especially a twin bed set). Her 8-year-old son enjoys Hot wheels, RC vehicles and football. Her youngest daughter (3) would enjoy an art easel and supplies, a kitchen set, and a Barbie or Disney princess.
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Graham - 24-702-5 Struggling since her father passed away, this single mother has lost her car job and phone; it’s been hard making ends meet all year. She suffers from bipolar disease and extreme depression. Her 14-year-old son has asthma and depression, and her 6-year-old daughter is on the autism spectrum and is non-verbal. She works part-time, but her salary does not even cover their basic expenses, and without help, she won’t be able to provide Christmas for her family. The children all need clothing, and a gift card for groceries and household supplies would be most helpful. Her son (14 years old) would enjoy a comforter for his bed, Legos, and a watch. Her oldest daughter (10) would enjoy bath & body/hair & nails products, art/drawing supplies, and a soft throw or blanket. Her 7-year-old daughter enjoys Sonic, blue slime, and Barbie dolls. Her 6-year-old daughter enjoys baby dolls, a lunch box with thermos, and stuffed animals. Her youngest daughter (2 years old) enjoys educational toys, baby dolls and Minnie Mouse.
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ELDERLY - Burlington - 24-E-013 Suffering with neuropathy secondary to cancer, this elderly lady with limited resources would appreciate being remembered at Christmas. She would enjoy stationary, pajamas and ‘footies’ socks, and sheets/blanket for her queen-sized bed. A gift card to Walmart would help her with food and other necessities.
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ELDERLY - Burlington - 24-E-024 Depending on limited Social Security income, this elderly lady would welcome help this Christmas. She has limited mobility, severe arthritis and high blood pressure. An aide comes in three times a week to help with laundry, etc. She enjoys Jigsaw puzzles (smaller size), Word Search puzzles and Adult Coloring books/colored pencils. She would appreciate a new set of sheets for her full-sized bed (needs deep pocket), and toiletry products. A gift card to Food Lion would be greatly appreciated.
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ELDERLY - Burlington - 24-E-025 Using a wheelchair for mobility, this elderly woman has very limited income and would appreciate being remembered at Christmas. She has only one kidney and has high blood pressure. She would enjoy a sweater, pajamas, socks, and a throw. A Food Lion gift card would help with food and other supplies.
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ELDERLY - Burlington - 24-E-027 This elderly woman uses a wheelchair for ambulation after having a leg amputated and toes removed from her other foot. She also suffers with congestive heart failure, kidney failure and high pressure. She lives with her son for safety reasons. Her special wishes this Christmas are for a sweater, robe and pajamas, as well as a soft throw. She loves Crossword and Jigsaw puzzles. A Walmart gift card would be appreciated.
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ELDERLY - Graham - 24-E-702 An elderly gentleman living alone would benefit from assistance at Christmas time. He has high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, and arthritis. He attends PACE and gets transportation assistance from there as well. He enjoys gardening, adult coloring books and reading his Bible. His special wish is a winter coat and full-sized sheets for his bed. A Walmart gift card would also be helpful to purchase groceries and other necessities.
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ELDERLY - Graham - 24-E-705 A disabled widow and her disabled son live at home. Her daughter helps with care and transportation. The mother has mobility issues, degenerative bone disease and had gall bladder surgery. Her son has had four knee surgeries. A Walmart gift card would be helpful for groceries and other needs. She would also like a sweater, socks and pajamas. She enjoys drawing, coloring and puzzles.
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ELDERLY - 24-E-707 Elderly mother with two disabled children would appreciate being remembered this Christmas. She suffers from diabetes, arthritis, bone spurs, and needs knee replacement surgery. Her son has Lupus, requires dialysis three times a week, and uses an electric wheelchair. Her daughter has a learning disability. They would be grateful for a Walmart gift card for food. Bath and kitchen towels, toiletry items and laundry detergent would also be welcome. Mom enjoys Word Search puzzles as well.
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