Operation: Secret Santa

06/01/2026

Huge shoutout to everyone who came out to create stocking stuffers on a sunny, Saturday morning! You brought the energy, the holiday spirit, and a whole lot of productivity. Swipe to see our amazing volunteer elves in action as they created over 1000 finished items. We are so grateful for our community. You all proved that the best way to spread holiday cheer is by giving your time.

05/14/2026

You may think Santa is all about the cold and snow. But we’re kicking off the summer with a stocking stuffer event!

While everyone else is adding sunscreen to their cart, we’re assembling bags of goodies. We need you to help us get a head start on making the holiday season unforgettable for kids in our community.

By assembling stocking stuffers throughout the year, we ensure that every child on our list receives a fun treat without the last-minute December rush. Plus, it’s a great way to have the kids give back before the summer rush of activities!

Join us on May 30 at 9:30 am!

Sign up below!

https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/30E0E4FADA623AAFB6-64126463-sipand?useFullSite=false

05/05/2026

MAY We Make 5,000 Fidgets

Operation Secret Santa’s May Challenge is live,
lets go!!!

This year, Operation Secret Santa is adding 3D printed fidgets to our stocking stuffer kits. These aren’t just toys: they help with focus, stress, and give kids something that’s just theirs.

We’re aiming to produce 5,000 fidgets, and we need a little community love to make it happen:
✨ $2,500 total covers all filament
✨ 3D printer volunteers can help us produce at scale
✨ Donations or unused filament are both super helpful

Ways to help:
– Donate ($0.50 = one fidget)
– Contribute filament
– Volunteer your printer

Venmo: (memo: fidgets)
As always, thank you for helping us meet families exactly where they are; sometimes it’s the smallest things that matter most.

https://venmo.com/code?user_id=3579069295756632317&created=1778001514.7045388&printed=1

03/06/2026

You can’t tell by the weather outside, but we’ve got that Christmas feeling all year round! Our small, but mighty crew assembled almost 500 stocking stuffers last night! was so gracious to allow us the use of their space that was perfect for our setup. Events like these help us prepare for the season before the holiday chaos begins. If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity for your group, let us know! This is a fun, easy way to spend time with friends and also help out Santa. ❤️🎅

02/27/2026

Join us for a fun night of stocking stuffer assembly on March 5! We’re coming together early this year to prep some holiday magic by building custom stocking stuffer packages. We’ll be packing colorful kits filled with favorites like coloring books, crayons, and Play-Doh for the littles and face masks, lip gloss, and fuzzy socks for the big kids. Your $20 sign up fee helps buy the stocking stuffer materials and includes pizza and drinks. Grab a friend and help make some magic!

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01/21/2026

We often talk about how we make magic every holiday season, but let’s be honest—we also pride ourselves on being strategic with our dollars. And its sponsors like these that can help you make savvy financial moves.

Elizabeth Chatterton, CFP is enthusiastic about helping you meet your financial goals. Planning for the future is a gift you give your family. Elizabeth provides expert financial planning and wealth management, helping families build secure futures with confidence and clarity.

Bricks & Minifigs is the ultimate destination for LEGO® fans! Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or trade, they are the go-to spot for new and used sets, bulk bricks, and those hard-to-find minifigures that spark endless creativity. Looking for the perfect spot for that upcoming birthday party, look no further than this local business that is fun for all ages.

Plato’s Closet is sustainable fashion at its finest! They make it easy for teens and young adults to stay trendy by buying and selling gently used clothing and accessories, keeping closets fresh and clothes out of landfills.

Our Sleighbell Builder sponsors don’t just run businesses—they invest in this community by helping us stock our shelves during the holiday season. Make sure to check them out and show them your support.

01/14/2026

Chevy Chase Inn has helped Operation Secret Santa so much over the years that we’re pretty sure they have a permanent spot on the "Nice List" (despite what happens at the bar most Saturday nights).

Today, we’re asking our OSS family to return the favor. Put an end to dry January! Stop in and have a drink, share their posts, and show them the same incredible support they give to our community.

01/08/2026

If you haven’t met the man behind the best fudge around, you are missing out! Not only is he a Santa supporter during the holidays, filling up barrel after barrel with donations - he supports this community all year round.

Check out his socials. You may follow for the fudge, but you’ll stick around for the sweet dance moves and feel good content. Dahlhus Fudge

Adam Dahl never expected his goofy TikTok videos would help feed thousands of students, but the owner of Dahlhus Fudge in Lexington has turned social media success into a mission to eliminate school lunch debt for Fayette County Public School students. Details below.

01/06/2026

Santa doesn’t wrap presents! They just show up! And thanks to coffee and feed sack donations, our deliveries show up in style while also giving second life to our bags.

Many of these businesses saved coffee sacks for months so that we would be able to drop our signature burlap bags on doorsteps this Christmas. Huge thanks to all who donated sacks to help us deliver holiday magic!

12/29/2025

Huge thank you to the Philanthropy Committee for funding 133 bike helmets for Operation Secret Santa through their grant program.

Bikes are a big deal around here. They mean freedom, confidence, and joy; but more importantly, every bike we deliver goes out with a helmet, no exceptions. This grant helped make that possible for 133 kids this season.

The bikes have been delivered, Christmas morning has come and gone, and those helmets are already doing their job; keeping kids safe while they ride, explore, and grow.

Thank you for investing in both the magic and the safety. That’s impact that lasts well beyond the holiday. 🚲💙