For nearly a century, The Empty Stocking Fund’s Santa’s Village has helped Atlanta’s most vulnerable children experience the wonder of the holidays — and it all happens because of people like you.
You have the power to change a child’s Christmas morning.
Across Metro Atlanta, thousands of parents face an impossible choice — pay rent or buy gifts. But when you give to The Empty Stocking Fund (ESF), more choices become available. Your generosity keeps families in their homes and ensures their children still experience holiday joy.
Your gift has real, tangible impact:
- $35 provides a complete holiday gift package for one child
- $105 brings joy to an ESF family
- $350 supports 10 children during the holiday season
Each child receives two toys, an educational item, personal care items, and stocking stuffers — often the only gifts they’ll open this year.
When you give, you’re not just donating things — you’re restoring a parent’s hope, preserving their dignity, and creating magical memories their children will never forget.
This Christmas, you are the reason hope shines.
Watch the Ribbon Cutting 2025 video to see your impact in action.
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“I’m a grandmother of 5… I lost my daughter in 2021… diagnosed with congestive heart failure… not able to work… asking for help so they can have a good Christmas.”
— ESF Grandmother You help families hold on to hope |
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“I recently got my child back after she was placed in DFACS custody while with her mom. I am a struggling single father doing the very best that I possibly can to provide for my daughter and keep a smile on her beautiful face, especially during the holidays.”
— ESF Father You help rebuild families with love |
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“We are victims of domestic violence… left with only the clothes we had on… we are in a shelter and simply thankful to be safe.”
— ESF Family Your kindness restores safety & hope |
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“My oldest son has sickle cell; his left arm was amputated around Thanksgiving two years ago… I just want him to feel special this year.”
— ESF Parent You make every child feel special |
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Is my donation tax‑deductible?
Yes. You’ll receive an email receipt for your records.
The Empty Stocking Fund is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization listed under EIN #23-7159125. Transparency and accountability are central to our mission, and our commitment has been recognized by respected charity watchdogs including Charity Navigator and Candid's GuideStar.
Receiving a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and the Gold Transparency Seal from Candid demonstrates our dedication to integrity and excellence. These honors highlight our promise to remain financially responsible, transparent, and focused on creating meaningful impact in the lives of local children and families.
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How are gifts selected?
Through relationships with wholesale distributors and in‑kind donations from trusted corporations, The Empty Stocking Fund acquires brand‑new items in sufficient quantities to offer a variety of age‑ and gender‑appropriate holiday gift choices. This means your dollars stretch further — serving more children without paying full retail prices.
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Can I give monthly?
Absolutely. Select the monthly option in the payment form to become a Holiday Hero. Your consistent support helps ESF say “yes” to more families year‑round. You can change or cancel anytime.
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