2025 Christmas Adopt a Family gives individuals, families, business and industry the opportunity to serve hard-working and self-sufficient families who have verified financial emergencies caused by a catastrophic illness, layoff, or other major adversity beyond their control. Attached are the family needs. Please understand the family’s name is not included out of respect for their privacy. Please note that this is not an application process. All families are pre-determined. If you would like to adopt one of the families, follow these instructions:
- Families are divided in to groups by family size
- Click on the + at the right of a group to expand the page
- Click on the Family# link to open a new window with that families' information, wish lists, sizes, etc.
- TO SELECT A FAMILY return to the original window and scroll to the SPONSOR INFORMATION
- Fill-in all blanks for the Sponsor Information
- Scroll to the list of families and check the family/families you want to adopt
- SAVE THE FAMILY#(S)
- Scroll to the bottom of the form
- [SUBMIT]
- Print the two forms on the "Thank-you for adopting" page OR click HERE
- To Submit an IN-KIND form for tax purposes click HERE
Fill them out and bring them with you when you drop off gifts
We moved!!! 362 Park Creek Dr, Columbus, MS - DO NOT CLOSE THE WINDOW THAT HAS FAMILY INFORMATION UNTIL YOU'VE SAVED/PRINTED THAT INFORMATION
- Deadline to drop off gifts is on or BEFORE DEC 05, 2025 (EXTENSION Granted AS NEEDED)
- Partial Deliveries are NOT accepted - all gifts per family MUST be dropped off at the same time - We moved!!! 362 Park Creek Dr, Columbus, MS
- To give a monetary donation click the donate button below or cash app $unitedway39701
YOU CAN LOOK AT FAMILY INFORMATION BUT YOU MUST FILL-OUT THE SPONSOR INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE YOU CAN SELECT A FAMILY. ONCE YOUR FAMILY (S) HAVE BEEN SELECTED, YOU CAN PRINT/DOWNLOAD YOUR FAMILY(S) LIST(S).
Did we mention...We moved??? 362 Park Creek Dr, Columbus, MS
(CPS - Child Protective Services)
About Our Families
Family #6 - Single mother of one recently graduated from high school in May. Mother is raising a 5 month old baby. Mother just started working about two weeks ago at fast food restaurant and plans to attend trade school in a few weeks to find a better paying job.
Family #9 - My husband and I are raising our grandson who has been through a lot of changes in his life and he has made it to the 12th grade. He's living with us until he finishes high school and finds a job. His mother moved out of town leaving him behind. We are on a fixed income barely making ends meet and Grandpa has health issues. We thank GOD for the opportunity to do this for him and his mom. ADOPTED
Family #13 - The child is in the custody of Noxubee County CPS.
Family #15 - The children are in the custody of Noxubee County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #21 - I have taken in my great nephew who deals with behavioral diagnoses and currently in CPS custody. I’m retired and have limited income which is used for youth’s basic needs and needs of the home.
Family #24 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #25 - The child is in the custody of Lowndes County CPS
Family #26 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #28 - This family is in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #32 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #33 - Currently moving out of my mother's home and trying to establish a stable place for my daughter and I. With the financial strain of moving, setting up a new home, and covering basic living expenses, I'm unable to afford Christmas gifts or extras this year.
Family #34- The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #35- The child is in the custody of Lowndes County CPS.
Family #37- The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #43- Our grandson was taken out of his home by CPS. He since has been placed with us. We are on a fixed income and can only provide his needs.
Family #45- Single mother with a son with a disability that requires a lot of grace and attention. Mother got sick 2 years ago and was on bed rest for 6 months.
Family #48- The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #51- I have taken custody of my teenage grandson who has mental health diagnosis. I’m elderly and live on limited income and solely provide for the youth.
Family #53- The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #54- The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #55- The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #56- The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #57- The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #58 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #59 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #60 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #63 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #64 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #65 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #66 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #67 - The family is receiving services from Webster County CPS.
Family #71 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #76 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #77 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #78 - The family is receiving services from Webster County CPS.
Family #81 - The family is receiving services from Webster County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #84 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #85 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #86 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #87 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #90 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #99 - The family is receiving services from Clay County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #107 - The family is receiving services from Webster County CPS.
Family #109 - She has custody of her great niece with ADHD and the mom is on drugs wanted by the law.
Family #119 - He was unwanted and his mother needed help care for him. I agreed to take on this responsibility, though I am not financially able, however, he needs a lot of love and structure. He is a challenged learner, educational items, shoes and clothing are urgently needed. ADOPTED
Family #225 - I'm the one that taking care of this child and I'm a single person who lives on a fixed income. Her mom is in prison sentenced to 20 years.
Family #3 - The doctor has me on bed rest until I have my baby and my blood pressure is too high.
Family #17 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #23 - The children are in the custody of Winston County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #29 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #31 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #36 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #41 - I lost my Job right after taking in my grandchildren to help my son out and trying to get back on my feet.
Family #49 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #50 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #61 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #68 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #76 - The family is receiving services from Oktibbeha County CPS.
Family #80 - The children are in the custody of Webster Co. CPS. ADOPTED
Family #83 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS. ADOPTED
Family #88 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS
Family #89 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS. ADOPTED
Family #91 - The children are in the custody of Webster Co. CPS.
Family #105 - The children are in the custody of Noxubee County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #111 - My wife passed away in Aug 2024 and my children and I were evicted from our home. I have no job and we are homeless staying with a family friend that is helping me with my daughters until I can get back on my feet. ADOPTED
Family #121 - I am helping to raise my granddaughter and great grandson. ADOPTED
Family #126 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #227 - Family of three whose mother is currently receiving disability benefits and unable to work due to rheumatoid arthritis. Mom has difficulties trying to maintain the household since she cannot work. Her six year old son has difficulties at school and has ADHD.
Family #1 - The grandmother is the guardian of her grandchildren who were placed in her custody by CPS.
Family #5 - My children and I lost our home on July 20th. I was at work while my 13 year old was home and the house started to burn. We are living with family right now until I’m able to start over.
Family #8 - I have custody of my grandchildren. ADOPTED
Family #10 - We lost our house in 2024 and had to move in with a relative. It's a struggle to get stuff done. It's even getting hard to get food sometimes but we get by. I have been trying to get us a new place too but I never find anything.
Family #11 - I work at a daycare for my kids school schedules but it doesn’t make a lot of money so sometimes it gets hard to afford nice things for them during the holidays or even birthdays. ADOPTED
Family #14 - The children are in the custody of Noxubee County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #16 - The children are in the custody of Noxubee County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #18 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #22 - The family is receiving services from Oktibbeha County CPS.
Family #27 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #30 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #38 - The family is receiving services from Winston County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #39 - I was staying out of state and fell on hard times financially and my children and I had to move back home with my dad.
Family #40 - The family is receiving services from Winston County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #42 - I have 3 boys and 1 is artistic nonverbal. I'm not working due to my health issues and waiting on disability to approve my case. I have fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel, IIH, and heart problems.
Family #52 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #70 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #79 - The children are in the custody of Webster County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #82 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #93 - The children are in the custody of Webster County. ADOPTED
Family #94 - The children are in the custody of Webster County. ADOPTED
Family #96 - I don't have the amount of income to buy things for Christmas bills and am a single parent. ADOPTED
Family #98 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #115 - I’m asking on behalf of a single Mother with 3 beautiful children that is crying out for help. She has a 5 yr old daughter, 3 year old daughter that is disabled(Hydrocephalus) and a 5 month old son. She can't work because her disabled daughter needs round the clock care. ADOPTED
Family #120 - On Aug 23 I woke up to my kitchen on fire which divided my rooms from my girls. My neighbors saved my girls. My kitchen was totally lost and the house full of smoke damage. I am a single grandparent with no income coming in, I was in a car accident a yr ago. ADOPTED
Family #122 - I am experiencing low income at the time, but I am actively seeking better employment.
Family #124 - Lost my job.
Family #226 - Lost my job because my employer went out of business. I've been actively looking for work ever since.
Family #2 - My family is new to the area of Starkville and is very family oriented. I’m a mother of 4 beautiful children at the age of 19 and would love the help for Christmas.
Family #7 - We've loss income recently. I have a son that's autistic. I'm also caring for my cousin's little girl. It's been hard finding work because we don't have a working vehicle.
Family #62 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS.
Family #69 - The family is receiving services from Lowndes County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #73 - The family is in the custody of Clay County CPS.
Family #74 - The family is in the custody of Clay County CPS.
Family #92 - The children are in the custody of Noxubee CPS.
Family #95 - The children are in the custody of Choctaw County CPS.
Family #100 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes County CPS. ADOPTED
Family #101 - The children are in the custody of Clay County CPS.
Family #102 - The children are in the custody of Clay County CPS.
Family #103 - The children are in the custody of Clay County CPS.
Family #104 - The children are in the custody of Clay County CPS.
Family #106 - The children are in the custody of Clay County CPS.
Family #110 - Single mother of four having temporary hardship due to the loss of primary source of income.
Family #114 - I've had difficulty maintaining steady employment because my health issues often require me to take time off, making it hard to keep consistent work schedule.
Family #12 - I’m a single mother of 5 currently unemployed due to caring for a special-needs child, aiding two of my other kids with learning disability, and caring for my mother.
Family #44 - I'm asking for a little help for the children who now call my home their own. I'm a mother to three kids. My mom had been raising my niece, and when she left us, I knew I had to step in. My sister is not yet ready to take on being a parent so, I became the one to love and care for them, just as my mom once did.
Family #47 - The children have recently lost both of their parents and have been placed with their maternal grandmother to live. ADOPTED
Family #97 - After leaving a very violent marriage I found that I was all alone and there were five children that need me to be everything for them. I lost my children, I lost my self, I lost my home, and I lost the only family structure I knew. I'm in college now and have all my children at home.
Family #123 - After 14 years of marriage, I found myself and my children facing the daunting task of moving away, starting over with nothing but each other. As a survivor of domestic violence, I summoned the strength to break free, making the courageous decision to leave everything.
Family #125 - In 2023 I had knee surgery and 2024 I had neck surgery. I was forced back to work, had an accident and they fired me. I am struggling financially.
Family #72 - I am a single foster parent. I have two biological children, one adopted son, and three foster children. I am a teacher and the holidays can be a struggle. I would really appreciate any help that can be provided.