Share the Spirit Holiday Program

Help by sponsoring a family this holiday season. For many households across central Minnesota, the holidays can be an incredibly challenging time of year.

The goal of Catholic Charities Share the Spirit program is to provide a wonderful holiday experience for households in need. We do so by matching individuals and families who are referred to us by area social workers, medical providers and education professionals with individuals, groups and organizations that wish to provide gifts for a memorable holiday experience.

“By partnering with local professionals, we’re able to identify and lift up local families in need during the holiday season,” said Melissa Blair, Share the Spirit program manager. “When you sponsor a family, you receive a list of three wants and three needs for each household member. Families of all sizes are available for Share the Spirit sponsorship. We ask that donors spend a minimum of $70 per family member."
 
To sponsor a family, visit Share the Spirit or click Sponsor a Family below, and complete and submit the online sponsor form. Gift-wrapped items are to be delivered to the Minnesota National Guard Armory at 1710 Veterans Drive, St. Cloud, on Thursday, December 15, between the hours of 7:30 am and 4 pm. You will receive information about your family via email once you've been matched.

Thank you for helping Share the Spirit this holiday season! Sponsor a family.

We also accept financial donations for those who are not able to sponsor a household. Donate to Share the Spirit, and we’ll do the shopping for you!