About

Established in 1923, Christmas Unlimited is one of the region’s oldest charities. Christmas Unlimited is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that serves families in need in the Pikes Peak region through multiple programs, most notably our Operation Back to School school supply distribution program in the summer, holiday toy distribution program in December and other programs throughout the year. Christmas Unlimited works only with the family’s adults – enhancing their self-esteem, promoting family unity and empowering them as parents.  

Christmas Unlimited supports other charities and youth programs with product for fundraisers and activities such as: First Visitors, Candlelighters, H.E.A.R.S, Good News Foundation, SERTOMA, Gold Star families, military personnel stationed overseas, police and clergy, and City community centers for holiday youth events and many more. We work closely with over 40 area human service agencies and school staff and administration to identify and connect with families needing help. 

Mission

To provide material and emotional support to families in need through our school supply and holiday gift programs, while assisting youth to achieve a positive self image through our mentoring and work skills opportunities.

Quick facts

  • In 2023, Christmas Unlimited served over 2,100 families and 5,100 children with our toy distribution program
  • In 2022, Christmas Unlimited inventories distributed $135,190 worth of school supplies to 37 individuals schools in 12 school districts.
  • In 2022, Christmas Unlimited distributed over $30,000 worth of items (outside of our school supply and toy distribution programs) to 26 schools in 7 school districts and 29 agencies
  • For every $1 of program and administrative expenses, Christmas Unlimited returns $15 of product to families in need
  • The average in-kind dollar amount that each child receives in school supplies is $40 and the average in-kind dollar amount in holiday gifts is $50
  • Annually, more than 200 volunteers contribute nearly 10,000 hours of service
  • Christmas Unlimited works with over 40 area human service agencies and school staff and administration