Dear Friend of the Community,

There’s nothing like it—that look of joy and wonder on a child’s face when they open a special gift and experience the true spirit of giving.  Unfortunately, in this great city, for so many children, gifts are a luxury their families simply cannot afford.

This meaningful holiday project, based on the international legend of Saint Nicholas, provides a gift of a backpack filled with toys to thousands of children throughout the greater Houston area.  This project is organized and supported by Volunteer Houston and hundreds of caring volunteers from participating companies.  We hope you will join us in touching the lives of area children by your support of A Visit From Saint Nicholas. 

“The glow on the faces of my students and the happiness they exhibit resembles how I felt when I first received a gift from St. Nick, all made possible by the volunteers and sponsors that put this together.  Years ago, these volunteers changed my life, and they are still changing the lives of the young people today.”

South Houston teacher and former St. Nick recipient