Offering Hope & Helping Hand This Christmas

A Christmas Foundation that Brings Happiness to Homeless.

These are the things that define Christmas for many of us. But for some in our community, the holidays can be a stark reminder of hardship and loneliness. This year, let’s open our hearts with christmas foundation and extend a helping hand to those experiencing homelessness.

Socks & Hats

christmas foundation

GIVING IS NOT JUST A CHRISTMAS DINNER FOR HOMELESS; IT’S ABOUT CONTRIBUTING TOWARDS CREATING A CHANGE

Every year, the holidays can be a stark reminder of the struggles faced by many in our communities. The Christmas People Foundation provides not just Christmas dinner for homeless but also works tirelessly to offer a beacon of hope and warmth to those experiencing adversity, either if they are veterans in need or seniors facing isolation. This season, you can be a part of spreading Christmas cheer and making a real difference in someone’s life. It totally depends on you whether you want to contribute a few dollars or a significant amount. Every donation brings us closer to our goal of offering a helping hand to those in need.

501 (c)(3) Non Profit Charity– EIN: 20-8822445
Your donation is tax deductible to the full extent of IRS Code
P.O. BOX 10477, YAKIMA, WA 98909-1477
pialley@jps.net      206-719-4979   509-961-7736

Donate socks to Homeless

The Christmas People Foundation donate socks to homeless by directly working with the wholesalers. We provide basic necessities in bulk, maximizing the impact of your donation. Just $100 can provide 100 pairs of socks or 50 warm hats, offering essential comfort and protection during the cold winter months.

Christmas feeding homeless

A core part of our mission is Christmas feeding the homeless with a warm and delicious meal. You can join us in spreading holiday cheer by donating to purchase essential items, lending a hand with meal prep and delivery, or even baking cookies to share.

Christmas Dinner Seattle Feast

The Christmas People Foundation is dedicated to ensuring no one goes hungry. We place Christmas Dinner in Seattle throughout the year, where we source provisions in bulk – beans, rice, coffee, peanut butter, and more – at discounted rates to supply shelters and food banks.

The Gift of Giving is calling you…

As a Nonprofit Board Member with The Christmas People Foundation, I see firsthand the struggles faced by our homeless neighbors, veterans, and seniors every single day. The holidays can be an especially difficult time, a season that often accentuates the harsh realities of living on the streets or feeling isolated. Remember, the spirit of Christmas isn’t just about receiving gifts; it’s about the joy of giving. There are many ways to get involved with The Christmas People Foundation. You can donate funds to help us purchase essential items, volunteer your time to help prepare and deliver meals, or even bake cookies to share.

Please Donate

Our Volunteers Make A Difference

Rainbow Girls
Prepare 1400 Cookies

Shalom Church UCC, Spokane,
Donates 280 Blessing Bags

Our Energetic Volunteer Chefs Prepare
1500 – 3000 meals Annually

When the song of the angels is stilled,
When the star in the sky is gone,
When the kings and princes are home,
When the shepherds are back with their flock,

To find the lost,
To heal the broken,
To feed the hungry,
To release the prisoner,
To rebuild the nations,
To bring peace among people,
To make music in the heart.

-Howard Thurman
Dean Emeritus, Marsh Chapel
Boston University School of Theology

Join Events

Christmas Prep, Cooking & Delivery

SATURDAY, DEC. 21 thru WEDNESDAY, DEC. 25 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

ARTISAN COMMUNITY KITCHEN 10836 E. Marginal Way South, Tukwila, WA 98168

Details and Signup – Fred at 206-719-4979 or pialley@jps.net

24 Aug 2024

Planning Meeting & Small Item Assembly

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2024
Normandy Park UCC – Fellowship Hall
19247 1st Ave. S., Normandy Park, WA 98148
Refreshements Provided

30 Nov 2024

Blessing (Hygiene) Bag Assembly

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2024
Normandy Park UCC – Fellowship Hall
19247 1st Ave. S., Normandy Park, WA 98148
Refreshments, Lunch Provided

Team Members

Our Volunteers

Ruth Bishop
CO-FOUNDER
The Christmas People Foundation
Darrin Clark
OWNER
Artisan Community Kitchen

Dr. Ruth Bishop
and
Rev. Fred Hutchinson

CO-FOUNDERS
The Christmas People
Foundation

VOLUNTEERS

The Christmas People

What They Say

“Thank you very much for the Christmas Bag I received staying at St. Martin de Porres Shelter. Not only was it filled with useful appreciated items but the bag itself is utilitarian and attractive.”

T. T.

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Every donation, big or small, truly makes a world of difference. We work directly with wholesalers to buy items like socks and Blessing Bag essentials in bulk, which means your contribution stretches further and helps more people.

While that delicious Christmas dinner in Seattle is a highlight, we’re all about year-round support.  We work with shelters and food banks to keep their pantries stocked with beans, rice, coffee, and other essentials throughout the year.  So, your contribution helps fill bellies all winter long, not just on Christmas Day!

We rely on amazing volunteers like you to make our mission a reality!  There are tons of ways to get involved: helping with Christmas prep, cooking that yummy dinner, or even delivering meals.  If cooking isn’t your thing, you could join our cookie-baking crew  or help assemble Blessing Bags.  Every hour you give makes a big difference!

Hey, every bit counts!  Even a small donation can go a long way when we buy in bulk.  Plus, volunteering your time is just as valuable.  The spirit of giving is what truly matters, and every act of kindness brings a smile to someone’s face.

HAPPENINGS

Serving the Marginalized…

We offer a heart felt hand up to homeless populations, senior citizens and veterans: one meal, one cookie, one pair of socks at a time.  Volunteer for a few minutes or several hours and help us make a difference with the underserved and marginalized in our midst.

Where We Meet

PREP and COOKING
Artisan Community Kitchen
10836 E. Marginal Way S,
Tukwila, WA 98168
COOKIE COLLECTION
West Seattle Coworking
9030 35th Ave. SW, Seattle,
WA 98126
BLESSING BAG ASSEMBLY
Normandy Park United
Church of Christ
19247 1st Avenue Souh,
Normandy Park, WA 98148

Help Us, Help Others

BLESSING BAG ASSEMBLY
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30 – 8
a.m. to 5 p.m.
Normandy Park UCC
FOOD  PREP, COOKING, DRIVERS
DECEMBER 21-25, 2024
Artisan Community Kitchen
BAKING HOME MADE COOKIES
DECEMBER 22,23,24, 2024
West Seattle Coworking

2021 Spring Update

To our trusted volunteers and
friends, Building on
momentum and enthusiastic
community support, we have
already delivered $9000
worth of socks, caps, shirts,
coffee and Blessing Bags to
homeless in Seattle, Yakima
and Spokane. Ruth and Fred
are excited regarding new
opportunities.

We Make A Living By What We Get. We Make A Life By What We Give.

-Winston Churchill