Spread Holiday Cheer with People Incorporated’s 2025 Holiday Donation Drive
The holiday season is a time for connection, generosity, and community — and at People Incorporated, that spirit shines through our annual Holiday Donation Drive.
Each year, this hallmark outreach effort helps ensure that families and individuals in our programs experience the joy of the season through meaningful gifts and support.
Last year, thanks to the generosity of our donors, we provided holiday gifts to 22 families and distributed gift cards to multiple additional families.
This year, we invite you to help us continue that impact!
How It Works
1. Families Are Nominated by Staff
Staff from our Children’s Case Management program identify families who would benefit from extra support during the holidays and submit them to the donation program.
2. Choose How You’d Like to Give
You can choose from two ways to participate:
A) Shop for a Family
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Suggest a family size that you feel comfortable accommodating (typically 2–9 family members).
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Each family provides a Wish List with gift ideas, but you are welcome to purchase whatever feels right — there’s no minimum or maximum amount.
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After signing up, you’ll receive your family’s details, including gift preferences and whether they prefer wrapped or unwrapped items.
B) Donate Gift Cards
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Gift cards will be distributed to multiple families in our Children’s programs.
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We recommend Target, Walmart, or Cub Foods, as these stores are the most accessible to the families we serve.
3. Drop-Off Details
All physical gifts and gift cards can be dropped off at our main office:
5555 Boone Avenue N
New Hope, MN 55428
Please ensure gifts are clearly labeled with the family member’s name or information to help our staff organize deliveries.
4. We’ll Handle the Rest
Our team will deliver your thoughtful gifts and donations directly to families before the holidays.
How to Get Involved
If you’re interested in donating this season, please email lisa.hetzel@peopleincorporated.org by Friday, November 14.
Include your:
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Name and email address
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Either the number of family members you’d like to shop for, or
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The gift cards you plan to donate
We’ll follow up within two business days with your assigned family and next steps.
Mental Health Is Community Health
Your generosity helps bring hope, comfort, and connection to families who need it most during the holiday season.
Thank you for helping us make the season brighter, one gift at a time.