Holiday Express Giving Partners – special gifts included in the Adopt an Event Program

Your Gifts Make a Difference

The pandemic has certainly taken a toll on all of us, but especially the clients of Holiday Express. In 2020, to ensure the safety of the vulnerable people we serve, all 100 of our holiday events were “virtual” for the first time in our history. In our 2021 season, we are happy to report that approximately 20% of our events were in person, with the remaining events “virtual” with a wonderful video that captured the spirit of a live event.

We know how important it is for the Holiday Express magic to continue for the people who have come to depend on us each holiday season, especially during difficult times. Whether live or virtual, all events included the signature Holiday Express duffle bags and the fun filled musical party we are know for. For virtual events, a professionally produced event was shared with the event sites, so that clients and their staff were able to participate safely. For live events, the band and our team of elves hosted a lively, fun-filled holiday party, bringing the spirit of the season alive. Either way, all of us at Holiday Express are committed to doing everything we can to ensure that No one is all alone on Christmas!

Since 1993, Holiday Express has grown and expanded our events to create special holiday moments for people in need. We launched the Giving Partner Program which enabled donors to fill specific needs of the many organizations we visit. In 2017, the Adopt an Event program was introduced. 2022 will mark our 30th season. We have grown and expanded our events to create special holiday moments for people in need, and in turn, our costs have significantly increased.

Please consider adopting an event in 2022

By adopting an event, your support directly benefits the people we serve, as your donation covers most of the expenses associated with an event. Each event costs Holiday Express an average of $7,000. This includes the music, the duffle bags filled with essential items, sound, technology, transportation, video production, and a Giving Partner gift from the program’s wish list. This is a special item not within the normal budget of the organization and include iPads and iPods, kitchen tools, special therapy equipment and computers.

Want more information?

Learn about Adopt an Event: Adopt Information Sheet 2021