2026 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. You are NOT expected to purchase every item on the list. Use the list as a guide! If you would like to adopt one of the families, follow these instructions:
- Families are divided into 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 and [SUBMIT]
- Print the two forms on the "Thank-you for adopting" page
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 04, 2026 (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
About Our Families
Family #5 - I am a single mother who needs help with Christmas this year. My son is 15 and I just want to make sure this Christmas is the best for him. We've had a rocky year. His behavior has gotten So much better since the Diamond grove program.
Family #12 - This child is in the custody of CPS.
Family #21- We took on the responsibility of a child who was in an abusive family. We are suffering hardships and when she came into the household she had less than nothing. She has anxiety and adhd. I would like to make this Christmas very special for her.
Family #32 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #34 - The child is in the custody of Choctaw County CPS.
Family #35 - The child is in the custody of Choctaw County CPS.
Family #50 - The children are in the custody of Noxubee Co. CPS.
Family #86 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #91- I am a young mother doing my best to provide for my baby and build a better future. After losing my job, I have struggled financially to keep up with everyday expenses and provide the things my child needs.
Family #92 - After losing income, our family has faced financial struggles and is having difficulty providing basic needs and Christmas gifts.
Family #100 - I'm a single mother to a teenage girl. In 2024, we lost our family home because I was unable to work due to having my leg amputated. Because of this, I am in a wheelchair and am limited to doing things like cleaning and cooking.
Family #102 - I hurt myself and have a fractured foot so I am out of work as of September 1st as well as a garnishment coming out of my paycheck.
Family #109 - My daughter and I were recently put out of our home. I’ve lost my job and am in need of some assistance for Christmas.
Family #122 - I do not have a job and last year I had no money to buy my child anything, but a couple of people got her little gifts.
Family #123 - Mother is unemployed due to limited education and unreliable transportation, creating barriers to financial stability. Her child has developmental disabilities, severe ADHD, and chronic bronchitis, requiring additional care and support.
Family #129 - The family are receiving services from Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #132 - I recently have been out of work due to a medical diagnosis of bone disease. it's been hard moving forward and I have custody of my 15 month old grandson after the loss of my daughter.
Family #135 - I had a massive stroke causing me not to work and I am not receiving disability. This year I gained custody of my daughter with no financial assistance. My daughter deals with mental health challenges that have caused issues in the school setting.
Family #8 - I am a single mother trying to make it for my kids and I. I’m not asking for too much.
Family #11 - The children are in the custody of Webster County CPS.
Family #13 - The children are in CPS Custody.
Family #14 - The children are in the custody of Choctaw County CPS.
Family #18 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes County CPS.
Family #19 - My mother had a stroke and I am caring for her. She does not have use of her right arm hardly, her speech is slurred and she has to wear a diaper. We filed for social security and waiting. I have a son with autism.
Family #20 - The child is in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #27 - Lost job due to lack of family support.
Family #29 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #30 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #31 - Children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #33 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #37 - The children are in the custody of Noxubee Co. CPS.
Family #48 - The children are in the custody of Noxubee Co. CPS.
Family #49 - The children are in the custody of Noxubee Co. CPS.
Family #54 - The children are in the custody of Winston Co. CPS.
Family #55 - The children are in the custody of Winston Co. CPS
Family #56 - The children are in the custody of Winston Co CPS.
Family #57 - The children are in the custody of Winston Co CPS.
Family #60 - The children are receiving services from Okt. Co. CPS.
Family #61 - The children are receiving services from Okt. Co CPS.
Family #62 - The children are in the custody of Okt. Co. CPS.
Family #63 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co.
Family #64 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #65 - My daughter was molested and we had to move away due to family threats.
Family #66 - I’m a father raising my daughters after the loss of their mother. I’m trying to be strong while helping my girls cope. My greatest wish is to see them smile again.
Family #73 - My work hours were reduced, which caused a significant decrease in my income and has placed me and my two children in serious financial hardship.
Family #74 - We moved here at 7 months pregnant. The family member and I didn’t get along so we got a place through the homeless collation. I started working, but got hurt so i was out of work and we became homeless. We now have low-income housing and I’m waiting for surgery.
Family #75 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #80 - The Children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #81 - Family has endured loss of job and home within the past year. Family has slightly recovered by finding other employment and is staying with family. Currently working on obtaining bachelor's degree for better employment.
Family #82 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #88 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #96 - My mother, the children’s grandmother, has been guardian of the children without any financial support from parents and doesn’t receive any benefits. She has limited fixed income, as well as health issues.
Family #105 - The children are receiving services from Okt. Co. CPS.
Family #112 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #114 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #115 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #116 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #118 - I am a single mom facing loss of income while providing for my two children. Their birthdays fall around the holidays and I want to give them joy despite our financial hardship.
Family #125 - Over the past year, my family and I have experienced challenges and difficulties that were beyond my control and have placed a significant financial and emotional strain on our household. Losing my employment created an unexpected hardship.
Family #133 - I am a single mother of two and pay all my bills on my own and most of the time I really don't have extra left over. This would really help me this year on Christmas gifts.
Family #9 - With only one income, unexpected expenses, a recent loss in our family, vehicle problems, and nearly three weeks of missed work due to a family emergency, we have struggled to afford basic necessities. Christmas is beyond our means this year.
Family #10 - The family is in need of items for Christmas due to loss of employment and housing. The mother and family are living with a family member until the family is able to obtain their own housing.
Family #16 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #17 - The children are in Lowndes County CPS Custody.
Family #22 - The children are in the Custody of Lowndes CO. CPS.
Family #23 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #25 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #26 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #51 - The children are in the custody of Winston Co. CPS.
Family #52 - The children are in the custody of Winston Co. CPS.
Family #53 - The children are in the custody of Winston CO. CPS.
Family #67 - My kids have had their fathers in and out of their lives, trying to raise them on my own. Money comes and goes with this situation and makes it difficult.
Family #68 - I am a disabled single parent, so I’m not able to work after I had cancer back in 2020 and chemo really messed my body up. I can’t walk for a long period of time or stand long.
Family #70 - I lived in an apartment that has very bad mold and my children are very sick and my last child has heart problems. I lost my job due to my child’s medical needs.
Family #71 - Single family of 4, that come from little things. We're only surviving and barely at that. I don't have the luxury to buy them shoes and clothes etc on the regular.
Family #72 - I am a single mom of two boys and a little girl on the way (oct 18). I work as a housekeeper and money is tight right now.
Family #76 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #77 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #78 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #79 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #83 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #84 - I was diagnosed with breast cancer and lost my job April 20, so it’s just been a struggle with no income or anything.
Family #90 - Single parent of 3 children. Struggling financially and my son being diagnosed w/ Adhd is very challenging which causes for extra attention physically and financially.
Family #93 - This year, I opened my home and heart to two children in need of a safe and loving home. They have already lost so much, including their family and the comfort of having a home of their own. Through this journey, we have become a new family.
Family #98 - This past year our family underwent the hardship of enduring custody related issues for our middle son due to mental health and income related issues. Our oldest son is a freshman in high school, our middle son has just been reunited in our home, and our youngest son has a genetic disease causing permanent disability.
Family #104 - April 2026 Chanticleer Apartments caught on fire & all units were tore down including me & my children’s Apartment. We lost completely everything nothing was recovered.
Family #106 - The Children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #107 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #111 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #113 - Recently, I became a divorced mother of three and facing a difficult financial time. Im doing everything I can to provide for my children but the financial burden is overwhelming.
Family #119 - I’m a mother of 3. We’re currently homeless and staying with family. This Christmas, my biggest wish is to see my children smile and feel the joy they deserve.
Family #126 - A girl and boy siblings, have been placed with their father, for safe care. Their father has been disabled since 2012, and now on SSI. So many times, it's hard to get them things for Christmas.
Family #127 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #136 - My Daughter has struggled with her health since the age of 7 and march of this year I’ve been without work after her health shifted again. My son has a delay and the other has ADHD.
Family #7 - We lost our home in 2024 and we have continued to struggle to rebuild and keep up with expenses. Recent layoffs have caused a major loss of income. Our son was also shot, and the trauma continues to affect him and his brothers.
Family #15 - The children are in custody of Noxubee Co. CPS.
Family #24 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co CPS.
Family #36 - The children are in the custody of Choctaw Co.
Family #58 - The children are in the custody of Clay Co. CPS.
Family #59 - The children are in the custody of Clay co. CPS
Family #69 - I am a single mother seeking employment but it's very hard due to I have no transportation and very little family help.
Family #85 - The children are in the custody of Clay Co. CPS.
Family #87 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes CO. CPS.
Family #94 - The children are in the custody of Clay Co. CPS.
Family #95 - The children are in the custody of Clay Co. CPS.
Family #97 - I’ve been between jobs and recently gained custody of my daughter who has mental health diagnosis. I also care for other children in the home. Financially I’ve been able to keep the home afloat with basic needs.
Family #103 - We have been struggling financially since I had to go part time, I have been doing everything I can to make ends meet and take care of my family, but lately it has been very difficult.
Family #108 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #110 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #128 - The children are in the custody of Lowndes Co. CPS.
Family #130 - I am raising my grandchildren on a fixed income and struggling to meet our family’s basic needs. Despite doing my best, limited resources make it difficult to provide everything they need.
Family #131 - I am currently experiencing financial hardship due to an unexpected family emergency. My son was seriously injured in a shooting, and I had to leave my job so I could take care of him full-time during his recovery.
Family #134 - I'm taking maternity starting Saturday, October 3rd and will be having my baby October 8th. My job doesn't offer paid maternity leave. I'll be out of work for 8 weeks.
Family #89 - I was a manager at Burger King, but had to quit because my kids were struggling and failing their classes. I'm raising four children with ADAD, so I needed to be more available to support my kids and make sure they were getting the help and attention they needed.
Family #99 - Our family has experienced a significant loss of income, making it difficult to keep up with basic needs and household expenses. As a hardworking mother, I am doing everything possible to provide stability for my five children while continuing my education.
Family #120 - I'm the grandmother of five grandchildren and in need of support during this difficult time. My refrigerator needs to be replaced. I'm also seeking help to provide Christmas gifts for the grandchildren.
Family #121 - Father lost the vision in his right eye r/t type 1 diabetes. Father had a stroke and is battling CHF, renal failure and is receiving dialysis treatment, and sleep apnea. Father is unable to work and drive.
Family #3 - Relocated here from out of state to be closer to family due to unforeseen circumstances we were forced to become homeless.
Family #4 - We are a family of 9 including my husband he lost his job and I barely make enough to cover our bills, so we are really having a hard time now.
Family #124 - Single mother of 4 and a grandmother of 3. Taking care of kids and grandkids takes all of the income. Dads are not in their lives. One is deceased and one is imprisoned.
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)