Free Holiday Resources

2026 Holiday Resources

Find some free holiday resources in Western MA, such as turkey giveaways, meals, and toys and other events during the Thanksgiving and winter holiday season.

*Please note that we are continuing to build on the this list of resources available. Please contact us with any information about other free holiday resources available to residents in Western MA.

Salvation Army Corps

There are many Salvation Armies across Western MA that provide assistance with holiday turkeys, meals, toys, and other holiday resources. Call your local Salvation Army Corps to inquire what they can provide. Keep in mind that registration or applications may be due well before the holiday season.

Athol

Application deadline for Thanksgiving and Christmas Assistance has already passed
Address: 107 Ridge Ave, Athol
Contact: Website | 978-249-8111 | Facebook

Greenfield

Toy for Joy gifts
In person registration on November 9th through 12th from 9am-3pm
Eligibility:
Must be a resident of Franklin County (except New Salem and Orange)
Must be 12 or younger
Proof of residency and age required
Address: 72 Chapman Street, Greenfield
Contact: Website | 413-773-3154 | Facebook

Holyoke

Toy for Joy gifts
In person registration from November 9th through 12th from 9am-3pm
Eligibility:
Must be a resident of Holyoke, Chicopee, South Hadley, or Granby
Must be 12 or younger
Proof of residency and age required
Photo ID for and financial need (WIC, SNAP, pay stub) for adults required
Address: 512 Pleasant Street, Holyoke
Contact: Website | 413-532-6312 | Facebook

North Adams

Contact to inquire about Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance
Address: 393 River Street, North Adams
Contact: Website | 413-663-7987

Pittsfield

Christmas gift sign-ups are closed
Proof of child's age, residency and adult photo ID and proof of income required
Address: 298 West Street, Pittsfield
Contact: Website | 413-442-0624 | Facebook

Springfield

Toy for Joy gifts
Online registration from November 9th through 13th
Eligibility:
Serves residents in Agawam, East Longmeadow, Feeding Hills, Hampden, Indian Orchard, Longmeadow, Ludlow, Springfield, West Springfield, Wilbraham, Westfield, Southwick, Palmer, Monson, Ware, Three Rivers, Belchertown
Must be 12 or younger
Proof of residency and age required
Photo ID for for adults required
Address: 170 Pearl Street, Springfield
Contact: Website | 413-733-1518 | Facebook

Toy Drives

Find local toy drives where you may be able to access a gift for your child.

Amherst Survival Center

138 Sunderland Rd, Amherst, MA

Amherst Survival Center is accepting NEW children's books, games, toys, and winter accessories for ALL ages from now until December 31st. Households with children 0-17 years old living in Amherst, Belchertown, Deerfield, Granby, Hadley, Leverett, Pelham, Shutesbury, South Deerfield, Sunderland, Ware, and Whately are welcome to shop during their pantry visit throughout the month of December. Call 413-549-3968 x110.

Giving Back Together Toy Drive

Eligible for families living in Franklin County and North Quabbin region.

Complete the application to request a gift and get more information.

It Takes a Village Holiday Gift Assistance

Families in the Gateway district can apply to receive Holiday Gift Assistance through It Takes a Village. To learn more or request an application, email info@hilltownvillage.org.

Springfield United's Toy Drive and Holiday Celebration

December 20th, 2026

Mass Mutual Center, 1277 Main Street, Springfield MA

More information coming soon

Toys for Tots

There are no family applications this year. You can request for toys through the non-profit organizations once approved. Organizations can apply online by November 15th, 2026.