The holidays can be financially stressful for anyone, especially those who barely meet their basic needs. Fortunately, various programs in the Long Beach area offer free Christmas assistance to low-income households.
To help relieve some of your holiday stress, we have compiled a list of all the nonprofits and programs offering free holiday food and toy assistance in Long Beach.
To qualify for most Christmas Food Assistance Programs in Long Beach, you must be a low-income household and meet each organization’s requirements.
Read below for a list of all the Free Christmas Assistance in Long Beach for the 2023 holiday season, including registration and contact information.
Free Christmas Assistance in Long Beach (2023 Guide)
Below is a list of all the organizations in Long Beach offering Free Christmas dinners, gifts, meals, toys, and more this holiday season.
We have provided the organization name, program offerings, registration requirements and instructions, address, and, where available, contact information.
The Y Free Holiday Toy Giveaway
The YCMA of Long Beach, CA is hosting their annual Holiday Toy Giveaway for 2023.
Pre-registration is required to attend this event.
For event information and how to register, see the details below:
Event Date & Time
December 2023
Event Location
Fairfield Family Branch YMCA
4949 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90805
Event Registration
To register, visit their Eventbrite page.
AV’s Christmas Toy Giveaway
Join the AV’s 2023 Christmas Toy Giveaway, a festive event where they spread joy and happiness to children in need.
Their dedicated team has curated a wide range of toys, ensuring every child finds something they love.
From dolls to action figures, board games to puzzles, there’s something for everyone.
The event will feature a visit from Santa Claus himself!
Families can also indulge in delicious treats and refreshments available throughout the event.
This in-person gathering promises an unforgettable experience for all attendees.
Event Date & Time
Sunday, December 17, 2023
4:00pm – 8:00pm
Event Location
AV Fair & Event Center
2551 West Avenue H
Lancaster, CA 93536
Event Registration
To register, visit their Eventbrite page.
Pictures with Santa & Toy Giveaway
Join the COLLAB Dance Studio & Creative Space for their pictures with Santa and Toy Giveaway for the 2023 holiday season.
Receive an early Christmas gift for all good boys and girls ages 1-17 years old.
There will be a Photo Booth, Holiday Gift Shop, and Kids Craft Activity.
Toys are given out on a first come, first served basis.
Event Date & Time
Sunday, December 17, 2023
11:00am – 1:00pm
Event Location
COLLAB Dance Studio & Creative Space
441 E Carson Street, Unit F-G
Carson, CA 90745
Event Registration
To register, visit their Eventbrite page.
“Operation Give Me A Break” Free Toy Giveaway
Black Health Equity Love Beyond Limits is hosting their 9th annual “Operation Give Me A Break” for the 2023 holiday season.
Parents can come and choose a free toy for your child. While you are there, enjoy some refreshments while your toy is wrapped.
Pre-registration is recommended for this event.
For event information, see the details below:
Event Date & Time
December 2023
Event Location
3515 Linden Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90807
Event Registration
To register, visit their Event page.
Share the Joy Free Toy & Food Giveaway Event
Fairfield YMCA & Crossroads Long Beach is hosting their annual ‘Share the Joy’ Toy and Food Giveaway event for the 2023 holiday season.
This event brings together residents and neighbors from across the city to share in the joy of the holiday season and provide for those who are less fortunate.
Pre-registration is required for this event.
You must register by Friday, December 8, 2023 at 5PM.
For event information and registration information, see the details below:
Event Date & Time
December 2023
Event Location
Fairfield Family Branch YMCA
4949 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90805
Event Registration
To register, visit their Event page.
Free Toy & Grocery Giveaway
Pools of Hope is hosting their annual Free Toy and Grocery Giveaway for the 2023 holiday season.
They will be giving away the following items:
- Free groceries
- Free Toys
- Asthma screenings
Children must be present in order to receive a free toy.
The event is first come, first serve. Please show up early!
Event Date & Time
Saturday, December 16, 2023
11:00am – 2:00pm
Event Location
California Aquatic Therapy and Wellness Center
6801 Long Beach Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90805
Event Registration
To register, visit their Eventbrite page.
Holiday Meal Giveaway for Veterans and Families
Join Help 4 Veterans as they give out free holiday meals to veterans and families for the 2023 holiday season.
Each Meal Box will contain the following items:
- 2 Cans of Green Beans
- 1 Bag of White Rice
- 2 Cans of Fruit Mix
- 2 Cans of Whole Corn
- 2 Boxes of Mac & Cheese
- 1 Box of Dry Spaghetti Pasta
- 2 Cans of Pasta Sauce
- 2 Cans of Pears
- 1 Can of Beef Stew
- 1 Can of Mac & Beef
- 1 Bag of Pinto Beans
- 2 Canned Hams
They are a non-profit organization that provides services to veterans.
If you are in need of help and don’t have any veteran family members they will not turn you away, you can still sign up.
Event Date & Time
Saturday, December 16, 2023
10:00am – 12:00pm
Event Location
2100 North Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92706
Event Registration
To register, visit their Eventbrite page.
Be an Elf Free Toy Program
Be an Elf is a nonprofit organization that helps underprivileged children receive gifts during Christmas. The organization helps families write letters to Santa through the USPS Operation Santa® Program.
Individuals can then adopt real letters and send gifts directly to the children in-need who wrote them. There’s no middle man or charity, it’s direct from the donor to a child.
Many letters are written by kids and Moms who ask only for “a warm coat for my 5 year old,” “new shoes, size 6,” or other basic necessities.
Volunteers at Christmas may mail their gifts directly to children who need a brighter Christmas.
If your family is struggling financially, this is a great option on how you might be able to get some extra Christmas gifts for your kids.
Click here to find out how to get free Christmas gifts for your family.
The deadline for the 2023 holiday season is December 10, 2023.
Toys for Tots
Since 1947, the Marine Toys for Tots has been bringing the joy and hope of Christmas to America’s less fortunate children.
In California, there are several Toys for Tots programs that can help provide your child with a new gift this holiday.
How to Apply for Free Toys in California
If you would like to receive free Christmas toys from Toys for Tots this 2023 holiday season, you must apply for the program.
To apply for free gifts, follow the steps below:
- Visit the Toys for Tots website.
- Click “Request a Toy” from the top menu.
- Click “Search for your Local Chapter” button.
- Select California from the state dropdown menu.
- Choose Long Beach from the menu.
- Once you are on the Long Beach Toys for Tots page, click the red “Request a Toy” button located at the top of the page.
- Follow the Application Instructions listed on the page to apply for free Christmas toys in California.
Salvation Army Angel Tree Program
The Salvation Army may be one of the most-popular organizations for holiday assistance. That’s because they provide a variety of services to those in need during the holiday season.
This year, Walmart and the Salvation Army are teaming up again for the The Angel Tree program. The program provides new clothing and toys to more than one-million children and families in local communities each year.
Once a child is accepted for the Angel Tree Program, donors can shop from the family’s Christmas wish list. Once the gifts are received, The Salvation Army will distribute them to the family just in time for Christmas morning.
If your family would like to apply for Angel Tree assistance for Christmas 2023, you will need to contact your local Salvation Army.
Submit your 2023 Angel Tree Application here.
Click here to find a local Salvation Army near you.
United Way Free Christmas Assistance Program
If you live in Long Beach, CA and are looking for food and/or gift assistance this 2023 holiday season, the United Way can help.
The United Way is partnering with several local organizations to provide free holiday meals and Christmas toys to low income families this holiday season.
To learn more about all the free Christmas assistance being offering for 2023, click here to visit the United Way of Greater Los Angeles website.
If you’re searching for Christmas help near you, apply with one of the local charity organizations listed below.
You can also contact the United Way’s 2-1-1 Service for holiday assistance. Dial 2-1-1, text your zip code to 898-211, or visit the 2-1-1 Website to chat.
Operation Homefront Holiday Toy Drive
Operation Homefront’s Holiday Toy Drive helps bring holiday cheer to military families. For over a decade, they’ve partnered with Dollar Tree to provide military families with support during the holiday season.
Dollar Tree stores take toy donations, typically in November and December to help make the holidays brighter for our military families. In 2019, over 1,000 military children received toys from our Holiday Toy Drive.
To participate, start by registering for an Operation Homefront account. When you are eligible for the event, it will appear on your Account Dashboard. Once the event appears in your dashboard, you can register to attend and get help.
To learn more, visit their website at operationhomefront.org.
Free Christmas Trees in Long Beach, CA for 2023
The Christmas Tree Project is a nonprofit organization that saw an opportunity to help bring the Christmas spirit to families in need.
Their mission is to provide fully decorated Christmas trees to thousands of families who cannot afford them on their own.
Today, they are one of the largest organizations providing free Christmas trees to low-income families during the holiday season.
Although they are based out of Colorado, they give away trees across the country – including Long Beach, California.
Click here to Request a Free Christmas Tree for 2023.
Holiday Food Assistance Programs in Long Beach
We hope this guide on all the organizations offering free Christmas assistance this year was helpful.
We will continue to update this post as more opportunities for free holiday programs are announced.
Additionally, we will release our list of Free Turkey Giveaways & Thanksgiving Dinners each year in the Long Beach area.
The holidays can easily become a financial burden for many low-income families living in Long Beach.
We aim to help you navigate these difficult times and achieve financial security.
With that said, we would love to hear from you! Let us know in the comments if you found this information helpful and would like more articles like this!
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