About the Program
The City's annual Home for the Holidays Program provides a way to connect income eligible North Port families/individuals with organizations, businesses, and individuals who want to help during the holiday season.
The Home for the Holidays program includes Adopt-n-Shop, Senior Giving Tree, and Home-Based Holidays.
Registration is required for some programs.
Adopt -N- Shop
Adopting a family is one of the most rewarding ways to make a difference during the holiday season. Families who are registered through the Home for the Holidays Program can select to be adopted by individuals, organizations, or businesses. Their information - including names, children's names and ages, gift preferences, and more - is provided to the adopter. Adopters then go shopping, wrap gifts (optional), and supply goods (sometimes even food) to their adoptees.
Adopt as many families as you would like. This is a great exercise for businesses, local HOA's, and local groups who want to get involved in making a difference. Families can adopt other families. Fill out this form to apply. Registration to become an Adopter will be open from October 1 - November 15, 2024.
How can families register for Adopt-N-Shop?
Registration for the annual Social Services Adopt-N-Shop Program will be open from October 1-31, 2024. This program is open to income-eligible North Port families. Registration will be held in person at the Social Services Division office located at the Family Service Center at 6919 Outreach Way, Suite 3, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Please bring proof of residency (FPL account number, Utility bill, or official mail [not junk mail]) and income eligibility (one of the following: Food stamp award letter, last 30 days of household income, or most recent tax return). Families will also need to provide staff with a birth certificate or guardianship paperwork for each child registered.
Senior Giving Tree
Each year, the City of North Port Social Services Division treats 100 local seniors to a sit-down luncheon served by City of North Port staff and volunteers. In partnership with the Senior Center, guests enjoy fellowship, bingo, prizes, and entertainment. Interested seniors can register in person at the Social Services Division office located at the Family Service Center at 6919 Outreach Way, Suite 3. Please bring proof of residency (FPL account number, Utility bill, or official mail [not junk mail]) and identification. Registration is open from November 1 - 30, 2024.
If you would like to make a monetary donation or a gift basket to be raffled, please contact the City of North Port Social Services Division at 941-429-3700.
How can I get involved?
There are several opportunities for businesses, organizations, and individuals to make a difference through the Home for the Holidays Program.
Here are some ideas:
Contact Us
For more information about the Home for the Holidays Program, contact the City's Social Services Division at (941) 429-3700.