Children’s Christmas Shopping Spree 2025 — It’s a Wrap!

Submitted by Linda Thompson, CCSS Chair

A smiling volunteer with a vehicle full of red gift bags for the Children's Christmas Shopping Spree

We had another incredible Christmas extravaganza, with our Benevolent Phoenix Lodge 335 Elks helping to bring a joyful Christmas to 156 community children. The clothing and gifts brought so many smiles and so much excitement — it was a wonder to see!

Our shopping list included 77 children of American veterans and Gold Star survivor families. In all, 87 volunteers helped shop for the kids and throw their party with Santa, and many generous donors made it happen. Hugs to all of you!

Volunteers sort donated toys and gifts for the Children's Christmas Shopping Spree

Another huge thanks goes to Veterans Committee Member Dawn Quinn and her friends at the Resurrection Street Ministry, who provided diapers and wipes for 22 little ones and Bomba socks for many children. Check out the pictures on the Lodge’s Facebook page!

Happy New Year to everyone — let’s start planning again…

Originally published in the January 2026 Tracks newsletter of Phoenix Elks Lodge #335. Read the full issue (PDF).

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