Programs
Gold Star Christmas
On Christmas morning children of fallen soldiers should believe they are not alone and know that we are grateful for their parent’s sacrifice.
They haven’t forgotten and neither should we
Christmas is a challenging season for Gold Star Families…they need to know that America remembers their loved one. When that big burlap sack comes with a red bow and their name tag on it, they know they are loved.
2,000+
Gold Star Children receive gifts each Christmas
25,000+
Gifts given to Gold Star Children since 2015
$200,000
The cost of the Gold Star Christmas project where every child receives $100 worth of gifts
1,000+
Gold Star Families registered to receive Christmas gifts and be served through Believe With Me
How it works
1
Gold Star Family Registers
We service all manner of military death: Killed In Action, Killed In Training, Active Duty Accident, Service Connected Illness, and PTSD Suicide. Applying takes only a few minutes.
2
Christmas Lists
September 1st, our team makes the list, checks it twice…and then starts shopping!
3
Santa’s Workshop
Applicants are vetted thoroughly for the opportunity to be served.
4
Gifts Are Shipped
Thanks to partners like FedEx, our gifts are shipped to every state in the country! Gifts are sent off with a full police and firefighter escort!
5
Hope and Joy on Christmas Morning
Open Box. Take out bag. Untie ribbon. Feel the love from grateful Americans.
Our giving is personal
Volunteers know their family
Every Believe With Me Gold Star Christmas package comes with a photo of the volunteers who wrapped the gifts! Our volunteers read the story of each family before they wrap their presents.
Our gifts are asked for and personalized
Our team goes through great lengths to personalize the gifts to what color, or team, or sport the Gold Star Child requests. It’s just one more way we show our love and gratitude.
We give based on honor
Our giving Christmas gifts to Gold Star Families is not based on THEIR need, it is based on ours. We need to remember, love, and honor these families’ sacrifices during the holidays…and all year round.
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Giving Opportunities
Giving comes in all shapes and sizes. From in-kind services, cash donations, to builders donating an entire home - there is an opportunity for everyone to participate.