Register an Angel

Apply for Senior Christmas

Nothing embodies the spirit of giving around the holidays more than FreeHelpCK’s Adopt a Senior program. For the 7th consecutive year, our organization will focus on this upcoming holiday season by accompanying and delivering a festive holiday dinner and gifts to seniors who are alone on Christmas Eve. 

Please complete all the information in the following form to nominate a senior or apply for yourself for our 2025 Adopt a Senior program.

BEFORE COMPLETING THE FORM BELOW, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU MEET THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THIS PROGRAM.

  • You are over the age of 65
  • You live alone and have no family
  • You have limited mobility and are unable to get out
Senior's Address(Required)
Please Pick 3 Gifts You Would Like to Receive(Required)
**PLEASE PUT A SIZE IF IT'S AN ITEM OF CLOTHING OR FOOTWEAR**
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**REGISTRATION FOR OPERATION BACKPACK 2025 IS CURRENTLY SOLD OUT. PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK OUR SOCIAL MEDIA, AS WE WILL POST UPDATES IF THERE ARE ADDITIONAL BACKPACKS TO SPARE. THANK YOU

In the heart of Chatham-Kent, our Operation Backpack Program stands as a beacon of hope and support for students embarking on their educational journeys. Over the past six years, we’ve proudly distributed 5,000 backpacks filled with essential school supplies, affirming our commitment to ensure that every student has the tools they need for success. This program is more than just the distribution of materials; it’s a heartfelt initiative aimed at ensuring that no child starts the school year at a disadvantage. Each backpack, stocked with notebooks, pens, pencils, and other essential items, symbolizes a fresh start and the potential for academic success.

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Our commitment runs deep, driven by the belief that education is a right, not a privilege. We are determined to see this number grow, reaching more students each year and continuing to make a significant impact on their lives. The success of the Operation Backpack Program is a testament to the generous spirit of our community, whose members donate their time, resources, and energy to ensure our children can look forward to the start of school with excitement and confidence.

As we look to the future, our hearts are full of hope and determination. With every backpack we give, we are helping to shape a brighter future for the students of Chatham-Kent.