Attention: United Way of Central West Virginia will NOT process applications for the 2025 Christmas Bureau.
If you need assistance for 2025, families in Kanawha, Boone, and Putnam counties apply through the local agency providers listed below. It's based on your zip code. If you had a provider last year you should reach out to them directly.
Every applicant must provide a letter of verification showing they receive SNAP or Medicaid benefits. This includes a food stamp verification letter or copies of medical cards for everyone in your household who wishes to receive services. Be prepared to provide these to your local agency provider.
Provider Deadlines
Each agency has a specific application deadline, so families are encouraged to submit their applications to the provider agency as soon as possible to ensure timely assistance.
| Organization | Start | Deadline | County or City Served |
| City of Hurricane - Apply online: https://hurricanewv.com/christmas-blessings-program/ or call 304-562-1111 |
9/15/2025 | 11/4/2025 | Putnam |
| Covenant House - 304-344-8053 Clients only: This is only open to our clients-must sign up for an application during the month of August in our Service Center. Applications will be sent out on September 24th & due back by Friday, October 10th. Paper application only. |
9/24/2025 | 10/10/2025 | Kanawha |
| Good Shepard Mission - call 304-595-6002 | 9/1/2025 | 11/1/2025 | East Bank |
| Heart + Hand—Kanawha County Serves zip codes: 25309, 25303, 25177, 25202, 25064, 25112, 25314 more information: https://hhomwv.org/emergency-assistance/ |
9/1/2025 | 11/14/2025 | Kanawha & Lincoln |
| Heart + Hand—Putnam County more information: https://hhomwv.org/emergency-assistance/ |
9/1/2025 | 10/30/2025 | Putnam |
| St. Albans Ministerial–St. Albans & Tornado Apply in person at St. Albans Food Pantry: Tuesday or Thursday mornings until 10:30 AM, or at Christ Kitchen. |
10/2/2025 | 11/13/2025 | St. Albans & Tornado |
| The Salvation Army - apply in person at: Racine Community Center, Racine or apply online at: http://www.pwhdev.net/AngelWebSQL/loginangel.html |
10/14/2025 10am to 2pm |
Boone | |
| The Salvation Army - apply in person at: Clay Family Support Center, 214 Main St, Clay or apply online at: http://www.pwhdev.net/AngelWebSQL/loginangel.html |
10/21/2025 10am to 2pm |
Clay | |
| The Salvation Army - apply in person at: Charleston Area Command, 301 Tennessee Ave., Charleston or apply online at: http://www.pwhdev.net/AngelWebSQL/loginangel.html |
9/15/2025 | 10/24/2025 | Kanawha |
| The Salvation Army - apply in person at: 103 Bridge St., Logan or apply online at: http://www.pwhdev.net/AngelWebSQL/loginangel.html |
10/14/2025 10am to 4pm |
10/15/2025 10am to 4pm |
Logan/Mingo |
| The Salvation Army - apply in person at: Teays Valley Church of the Nazarene, 3937 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane or apply online at: http://www.pwhdev.net/AngelWebSQL/loginangel.html |
10/7/2025 10am to 2pm |
Putnam | |
| Secret Santa Boone Co. Community Organization -Applications accepted at BCCO or call 304-881-4464 for an application. (not serving Kanawha County for 2025) |
9/1/2025 | 11/1/2025 | Boone |
| Tyler Mtn. Cross Lanes Comm. Services Apply online: https://www.tmclcs.org/#services or call 304-776-5813 |
9/1/2025 | 11/5/2025 | Kanawha |
| Union Mission - Apply online https://unionmission.com/ Adopt-a-Teen (formerly Adopt-a-Family) serving children aged 13-16 years old residing in Kanawha County. Maximum of 250 teens, apply as soon as possible. |
9/10/2025 | 10/24/2025 | Kanawha |
FAQ
When is the deadline?
Deadlines vary by provider, so you should submit your application ASAP. (See list for deadlines.)
What documents do I need?
You will need one of the following: a food stamp verification letter listing everyone's name who wishes to receive toys and/or food OR a copy of everyone's medical cards. A food stamp card CANNOT be used.
Can I apply for a grandchild?
You can apply for grandchildren as long as you are the legal guardian of that child, and have the documents listed above.
What counties are covered?
This provider list includes Kanawha, Boone, and Putnam Counties. If you are outside of this service area, please dial 211 to find resources in your area.
How will I know that I'm approved?
You will get a letter from your toy/food provider informing you about distribution.