The City of Orange Community Services Department sponsors an exceptional program that makes the holiday season extra special for disadvantaged children in the City of Orange. With the help of the Orange Unified School District, the Community Services Department identifies families in need and proudly brings holiday cheer to over 600 children and their families duing the holiday season. Children from the ages of 1-12 anticipate this day full of happiness. Families in need will be joining us on Saturday, December 11th for a holiday breakfast and gift giveaway. The Children's Holiday Breakfast helps everyone start off the holiday season with a warm and joyous feeling. If you would like to be part of either one of these outstanding events by donating grocery gift cards, gifts or time, please emailEmily Chacon or call (714) 744-5599.
Thanksgiving Basket Program
This program will not be sponsored by the City of Orange this year. However, The Friendly Center will be distributing food baskets to Orange families in need on Tuesday, November 23rd. If you would like to donate a food basket or grocery gift card, please contact The Friendly Center at (714)771-5300 or email Marissa Dinsdale.
Not sure what to include in your food basket? Here are a few suggestions:
A frozen turkey or $10-$15 grocery gift card to purchase a turkey
Box of stuffing
Bag of potatoes
Can of cranberry sauce
Yams/sweet potatoes
Canned vegetables
Cornbread
Marshmallows
Fruit (Oranges/Apples)
Canned gravy
Rice
Dinner Rolls
Sparkling cider
A pumpkin pie or gift card to Marie Callendar's
Candles and festive napkins are always a special touch. Please do not include alcoholic beverages in the baskets.
