Christmas in the Community

Applications are closed. If you applied, your family is on the list — keep reading.

Where things stand

273 families applied, with 674 children. We're continuing to match families and notifying each one in real time as they get adopted.

We match families as sponsors step up. You'll hear from us in real time, any week from now through December 12.
Already applied? You're on the list. Nothing more to do. Save info@bloclovefoundation.com and 510-710-5110 so you don't miss us.
You'll hear from us either way. Matched or not, we'll tell you straight. No family is left wondering.

Every sponsor who signs up means another family gets the call. That's the whole math.

Can't give this year? Send this page to one person who can — or build with us all year →

Please read this section in full before starting your application. It has everything you need to know.

For families

Fill out one application for your household. About five minutes on your phone.
We review every application. If your family is chosen, you'll hear from us by November 1 by email or text.
Come to the event on December 19 in the Bay Area. Bring the ID that matches your application.
Your kids receive their gifts — in person, from people who care.

Not a family?

The rules

This is an in-person event. You must be able to attend on December 19.
Space is for the children you sign up plus two adults. Please don't bring children who aren't registered or more than two adults.
One application per household. Duplicates may be removed.
Gifts are under $50 each, no gift cards — plus one "big wish" at any price.
Bring the ID that matches the name on your application.

Families

Apply for your family

One application per household. If your family is chosen we'll notify you by November 1. Everything you share here stays with the BLOC Love team.

Parent or guardian

Full name exactly as it appears on your ID

Email Preferred contact method

Mobile phone we'll text you Preferred contact method

City you live in Household size everyone who lives in the home Total household income required Preferred language How did you hear about us?

Is your family a member of The Mamahood group?

Yes No

Your children 18 and under · up to 10

Attending Accommodations needed for any child or family member attending optional I can attend the in-person event on December 19 in the Bay Area. I understand only the children I signed up plus two adults may attend, this is my household's only application, and BLOC Love and The Mamahood may contact me by email or text about this event.

Has your family been adopted by BLOC Love in a past year?

Yes No

Anything else we should know? optional

Bring your ID to the event — we never ask for a photo of it.

For sponsors

Tell us how you want to help. Sponsor a family, give to the event, or both.
We match you with a family and send you their gift list — first names, ages, sizes, wishes. Nothing private.
Shop the list, or let us shop for you. Gifts reach us by December 9 — drop off in the East Bay or ship to BLOC Love.
On December 19 the family gets it all, in person.

What to buy

2 to 3 gifts per child from their list.
Clothing is optional — sizes are on the list, but clothes don't count as one of the gifts.
Siblings get the same number of gifts. If one child gets three, they all get three.
Most sponsors spend $50–$100 per child. Many keep it near $75.

Prefer we shop? Give $100 per child as a donation and BLOC Love handles the rest.

General donation — funds the event and extra gifts wherever they're needed.

All donations are tax deductible. A donation letter will be sent in January 2027 to the contact information you provide.

Applying for your family?

Sponsor a family

You'll get a child's list — first name, age, sizes, and wishes. Buy 2 to 3 gifts from it (clothing is optional), or send $100 per child and we'll shop for you. Gifts reach us by December 9. Not local? Ship them straight to us.

About you

Full name

Email Preferred contact method

Mobile phone Preferred contact method

City Group or company optional

How would you like to help?

Sponsor a familyGifts for a matched family General donationFunds the event + extra gifts BothSponsor a family and give

How did you hear about us? Anything else? optional

Questions? Call or text Alex at 510-710-5110.

For volunteers

This day takes a village — wrappers, shoppers, translators, loaders, and cheerful hands on the day. Pick what fits your schedule. Every volunteer gets a BLOC Love shirt for the event.

Choose how you'd like to help — one role or several.
We confirm the details by email or text, including exact dates and where to show up.
Show up and show love. Shirt included.

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