Interfaith of The Woodlands Launches Holiday GIVING Programs

THE WOODLANDS, TX -- As the holiday season quickly approaches, Interfaith of The Woodlands is calling on the community to join in spreading joy and hope through its annual Holiday GIVING Programs. Each year, Interfaith serves over 11,000 local individuals, families, and Seniors who need extra support during the holidays. Through the generosity of donors, volunteers, and organizations, Interfaith ensures that every neighbor in need can experience the warmth and magic of the season.

Interfaith’s Holiday GIVING Programs offer multiple ways for the community to come together and make a difference:

• Adopt-a-Family: Community members, businesses, and organizations can “adopt” a local family by providing requested holiday gifts for their children.

• Holiday Toy Drive: We are asking the community to donate new, unwrapped toys for families in need. Donations are distributed through Interfaith of The Woodlands, where parents can select gifts for their children. Please submit your toys by Friday, December 4th. Drop-off locations include Interfaith of The Woodlands and local fire stations throughout The Woodlands, Precinct 3 Commissioner Ritch Wheeler’s Office, and Kevin Brady Community Center and Library.

• Gifts for Seniors: Interfaith of The Woodlands will be offering two gift card options for the Gifts for Seniors program this year. The cost to provide a gift to one Senior is $50. Our senior clients have an option to choose either a $50 Walmart Gift Card, $50 Amazon Gift Card OR a $50 Target Gift Card. Gift cards for Seniors should be delivered to Interfaith no later than 12:00 PM on Thursday, November 19, 2026.The season culminates with the beloved Holiday GIVING Dinner and Carols by Candlelight, where more than 400 seniors gather to share a festive meal, music, and fellowship.​

In addition to gifts, all participating families and Seniors receive food from the Interfaith Food Pantry to prepare a holiday meal, along with a clothing voucher from the Hand Me Up Shop to help them stay warm through the winter months.

“This is one of our favorite times of the year at Interfaith of The Woodlands,” said Missy Herndon, President and CEO of Interfaith of The Woodlands. “The generosity of our community truly shines during the holiday season. Whether through gifts, donations or volunteering their time, our neighbors come together to ensure that families and Seniors in need feel the joy and warmth of the season. Seeing that joy firsthand and knowing the difference our community makes in the lives of those we serve is truly one of my greatest blessings.”

Interfaith is also grateful to Waste Connections for once again supporting the program through their annual Bike Build, providing new bicycles for children throughout the community.

Businesses, organizations, and individuals are invited to participate by donating, adopting, or volunteering. Toy donations will be accepted beginning Monday, November 2nd, at Interfaith’s main office (4242 Interfaith Way, The Woodlands, TX), Monday through Friday December 4th, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m, Friday, 8:30 a.m - 12 p.m.

To learn more or to get involved, visit woodlandsinterfaith.org/holidaygiving.

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