Yes, I want to Receive A Basket

 Dear Family,

The holidays are such a special time of year, and all of us want to provide our families with gifts and activities to mark the season. The families at Divine Savior Catholic Church have been partnering with families in our Orangevale community for over 22 years to help parents provide the items which make the season extra special. We know that it is tough enough to provide the essentials every month of the year, and trying to squeeze out additional celebration items can seem impossible. Your family may be in a situation you never thought you'd see, and we want to help you remember that Christmas is about hope and light. If you would like to apply for the Christmas Basket program, please apply early!  Applications will not be accepted after Nov. 22, 2024. All the information must be complete, including contact information where you can be reached directly.

Eligibility Requirements:
 “Family” is defined as the adult(s) and their minor age children, infants-12th grade, who reside together in the household and meet ONE of the following:

• One or more children enrolled in an Orangevale school
• OR…..family resides in Orangevale, 95662 zip code
• OR….family is enrolled at Divine Savior Parish, since Sept. 1, 2024

What can you expect from this program?  Our sponsor families provide a gift item for each child infant-grade 12 who lives with you.  Of course, not all gifts are possible...your sponsor family will buy what they can afford in the true spirit of Christmas, but they are eager to make your children happy!  We do not supply any high-end gifts such as bikes or electronics. For the adults and for the benefit of the whole family, household items may also be included, such as cooking pans, towels, blankets, etc. based on your family’s needs and the information you provide.  Our sponsor families also provide food for a festive Christmas Dinner for your household.  The more details you can give us, the easier it is for our sponsors to provide a very Merry Christmas for you!

 This year, anyone who is approved for a Christmas Basket also will receive a voucher for supplemental food to be supplied in partnership with the Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank.  This supplemental food is intended to help you through the holiday school break.

 Once we receive your completed application, we will contact you personally to verify the details and ensure that everything is accurate.  It is critical that we are able to contact you by phone to confirm the information on the application. Lack of personal contact will result in your application being disqualified.  MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR DECEMBER 21, 12noon-2pm for Basket Pick-Up Day, and please watch for our call from the number listed below.

We look forward to partnering with you to make this Christmas Season an extra special one for you and your family!

Jan Bencken and Sharon Boyd
 Divine Savior Catholic Church
 Christmas Basket Family Coordinators
Contact Information: 916-300-3567
 [email protected]


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