Become an Elf today!
Dear Friends,
In this community, there are many vulnerable people and families who need to experience a deeper sense of community, especially in the season of Christmas. To love one’s neighbor can take many forms but is often much simpler than initially thought.
Jubilee Elves invites you to share the love of the season with families and children within our community. Your generous support and care can be transformational in their lives, as they receive these acts of love, so often elusive in other parts of society.
At the heart of Jubilee Elves is the hope for a parent or guardian to create a joy-filled time and lasting memories for their child. Instead of a season of struggle, Christmas now may also be a time of shared love, keeping families connected and bonded.
The silent and hidden partners of this wonderful time are the Jubilee Elves; people like you who choose to show love to their neighbors, helping Christmas feel meaningful and memorable.
This year, Jubilee Elves will primarily be supporting Bellevue families from six different areas:
Families in the Jubilee REACH ‘Groceries for Families’ program, nearly all in the Bellevue School District
Families in the Jubilee REACH ‘Before & After School’ program, all in the Bellevue School District
Families served by NISO, a local organization serving Hispanic families of preschoolers living in Bellevue and on the Eastside
Families in the Bellevue School District who are experiencing homelessness
Families in the Bellevue School District participating in ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program)
Families working at Jubilee REACH in need of support
Families participating in Jubilee Elves will experience the love and joy of the season, as well as receive tangible items, such as:
A joyful and festive holiday reception at the Jubilee REACH Center
A special personalized gift package for each child, provided by a Jubilee Elf
A grocery gift card for the family
The opportunity to select toys for each child from the Jubilee Elves Toy Shop, provided by other special donors
Other special holiday items
See what it looks like through photos of last year’s Jubilee Elves celebration:
This year, we anticipate approximately 680 families with 1,500 children will request support through Jubilee Elves. If you have questions, please email jubileeelves@jubileereach.org
Thank you for considering to love families in our community by being an Elf! Together, we can step toward these families to bring light, hope and happiness to this Christmas season.
Peace and blessings to you and your family,
Randy Eng
Executive Director, Jubilee REACH
How can I participate as an Elf?
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Give a Gift Package
Sponsor a specific child or children by purchasing items for a personalized gift package.
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Or Donate to Elves
If you prefer not to shop for a gift package, please consider donating to Jubilee Elves directly. All funds will sponsor a child through a proxy shopper or support other needs of the program.
Jubilee Elves FAQ
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Shop for the gift package to include each of the NEW items listed here.
Sweater or sweatshirt in the child's size and favorite color
$25 gift card to place child has selected
Socks
Holiday candy
Small gift item (optional)
Total spent should be $75 as we work to be fair and equitable to all participating.
Wrap the items in ONE BOX (no gift bags) and label with the child’s Elves Program Number. Include a gift receipt if possible. Items can be individually wrapped if you wish.
Place the gift card in the box with the other items.
Deliver the wrapped package to Jubilee REACH Center during the Gift Package Check-In, Mon Dec 1 through Thurs Dec 4, 8am-7pm.
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Thanks to a generous anonymous Elf, your support will be matched, so each family will also receive a gift card for groceries based on the size of the family.
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Parents and guardians will have the opportunity to write a thank you note, and we will share these with all Elves.
