Christmas Depot
At Our Headquarters in Fort Leavenworth, KS
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At Stronghold, the holiday season is about more than meeting immediate needs—it’s about bringing joy, hope, and dignity to military families during a time that can be especially challenging. Our Christmas Depot transforms our Fort Leavenworth headquarters into a festive and wondrous holiday experience, where registered families can receive gifts, including a 'need', often an essential item like a winter coat or boots, and a 'want' to help make the holidays feel extra special.
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In addition to these personalized gifts, we provide essentials like diapers, toiletries, and food staples to ease the financial burdens of the season.
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Our goal is to create moments of joy, connection, and support, so families can focus on what matters most—being together during the holidays, free from financial stress.
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This initiative honors the sacrifices of military families, ensuring every child experiences the magic of the season. If you’re a family in need, a donor wishing to sponsor, or an organization wanting to contribute, we invite you to register below and help make this Christmas unforgettable.
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Register Your family
If you're a military family in need of extra support this holiday season, we invite you to register your child (ages 0-18) for the Stronghold Christmas Depot. This confidential form will help us prepare a special shopping experience just for you. Your privacy is our priority—any information you share will remain secure and confidential.
Sponsor a child or family
This holiday season, you can make a world of difference by sponsoring a military child or family through our Christmas Depot program. By helping fulfill a child’s “need” for winter gear and their “want” for a special gift, your generosity creates lasting memories and brings joy to those who serve. You’ll help bring magic and dignity to military families as they celebrate the season together.
The Little Elves Shop
On the final day of our Christmas Depot, we’re adding one last bit of magic with our Little Elves Shop. On this special evening, we invite children to become little elves and “shop” for free gifts for their parents. From heartfelt trinkets to surprises, they’ll have the chance to pick out something special, wrap it up, and place it under the tree for mom and dad.
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This experience isn’t just about the gifts—it’s about creating memories and allowing kids to feel the joy of giving. It’s a moment for families to celebrate together, knowing that the magic of Christmas is alive and well, and that they are supported, cherished, and never alone at Stronghold.