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“to say we are thankful is an understatement! Thank you for the time, energy, and love you put into making my family's Christmas special!"
-CADA client and mother of 2

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Gift Budget

We suggest spending around $75–$100 to fulfill a wish list. This amount helps ensure each participant receives thoughtful and comparable gifts.

Client Codes

Each wish list includes a client code in the upper right corner. This code helps us keep gifts confidential and ensures they are matched with the correct recipient.

Holiday Cards

You’re welcome to include a neutral, kind holiday card (for example, “Wishing you peace and warmth this holiday season”). Please don’t include identifying information such as your name, address, or workplace, or photos.

​We want the families we serve to have the opportunity to decide who they tell their children the gifts are from, so please keep your card unsigned.

Gift Wrapping

We would appreciate having gifts wrapped. 

  • Label each gift with the client code (found in the upper right corner of the wish list) 

  • Include one printed copy of each person's wish list and note which items are inside the wrapped gifts. This is important so we can be sure gifts go to the correct person!

If you’re unable to wrap, please consider including gift wrap or gift bags instead.
 

No Wish Lists Left? You Can Still Help!

If all wish lists have been matched, there are still ways to help! You can:

  • Donate gift cards (Target, Walmart, gas stations, or grocery stores).

  • Provide wrapping supplies like paper, bags, or tape.

  • Make a financial donation to support families through CADA’s holiday program.

Gift Drop-Off

Please bring gifts to CADA’s office at 100 Stadium Court, Mankato on: December 10, 11, or 12 between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Come to the front double doors for gift drop-off.

My Wish List Doesn’t Have Much Information

Sometimes wish lists don’t include many details — and that’s okay! The items listed are just suggestions, and you don’t need to purchase the exact things.

If you’re unsure what to buy, we recommend:

  • Choosing general, versatile gifts (like cozy blankets, self-care items, or household essentials).

  • Including gift receipts whenever possible.

  • Purchasing gift cards (Target, Walmart, grocery stores, or gas stations are always appreciated).

Your thoughtfulness and flexibility help make the holidays special for each individual and family we serve.

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實習職位

十一月第三周

sign up to become a cada elf

我们将开始收集愿望清单并将这些清单提供给我们的 CADA 精灵。愿望清单在整个 12 月中旬继续出现,我们将继续与我们的精灵小队匹配清单。

周一,
12月13日

receive your wish lists

送礼开始。下车时间为上午 10:00 至下午 12:00 或预约。如果你能包装礼物,那就太好了!


12月22日

gift drop-off

将开始领取和送出礼物。如果您有兴趣在我们的 Mankato 办公室自愿提供礼物或组织礼物,请 告诉我们!

我想成为一个CADA精灵!

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340 wish lists

wish lists were fulfilled by donors like you! That's nearly twice as many lists as 2023.

235 children

unwrapped gifts that brought joy and excitement!

135+ cada elves

made the season brighter for survivors and their families!

20 volunteers gave over 77 hours of their time

spreading holiday joy!

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