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Raising funds to keep the magic of Christmas and spirit of giving alive in our community Friends of Santa Claus, Inc.

(FSCI) is a 501(C)(3) Non-Profit Corporation that organizes fundraising events to assist with Christmas Distribution and year around services for under privileged children. We work to keep the Magic of Christmas and Spirit of Giving alive in our communities. We are the host of "Christmas Tree Lane Gala" which is an biggest annual fundraiser to help raise money for Santa Claus Inc. If your interested in joining our email list or getting information on tickets to attend please reach out to [email protected]

Board of Directors of Friends of Santa Claus, Inc.:
Albert Villegas,, President
Norma Hernandez, Treasurer
Heather Gourlay, Secretary
Shelley Burnach, Member at Large; CTL Chairwoman
Matthew Wilson, Member at Large
Albert Villegas, Member at Large
Patti Terral, Member at Large
Sonja Russell, Member at Large

09/24/2026

Seventeen hearts. One table. And a whole lot of Christmas already in the works.

Our 2026 Christmas Tree Lane committee met today and the room was full of the same thing that makes this event special: people who show up, stay late, and keep the spirit of giving alive for underprivileged families across California.

Friends of Santa Claus Inc. exists so kids and families in the Inland Empire feel the magic of Christmas. Christmas Tree Lane is how we celebrate that impact and raise the funds to do it again.

Save the dates
Friday, December 4 & Saturday, December 5, 2026

Personalized invitations are heading to mailboxes soon. Early bird tickets (discounted) close October 25 — don’t wait.

Thank you to this committee for the hours no one sees. The Lane is coming together because of you.

Join us. Bring a friend. Help us bring Christmas joy home.

08/21/2026

Our little elf in the pink came ready to negotiate hard with Santa. 🎅🏻

Full business mode.

This is the energy we need heading into Christmas Tree Lane 2026: Christmas Across America 🎄

Every year Friends of Santa Claus Inc. puts this gala together so underprivileged kids get brand new clothes, toys, books and other resources.

The gala is how we fund it.

Without community support it simply does not happen.
We are asking for help to make this the strongest Christmas Tree Lane gala in 70+ years.

Sponsorships start at $50 to Fund a Child and go all the way up to the Presenting Sponsor.

Every level provides real resources for kids year-round.

Swipe for the full sponsorship menu and how to get involved.

A single share can help a kid this year!

07/29/2026

🎄 What an incredible moment!

Today we had the honor of presenting Karen DiCarlo, Executive Director of Santa Claus, Inc., with a check for $65,000 — the total raised from our Christmas Gala last December (Dec 5–6, 2025).

This is what you helped make possible. Every ticket, every donation, every shared post turned into real support for the families and children Santa Claus, Inc. serves year-round.

We’re so grateful for this partnership and for everyone who showed up for the kids.

Now we’re looking ahead…
✨ Christmas Across America Gala
📅 December 4 & 5, 2026
📍 Ontario Convention Center

Mark your calendars — we can’t wait to celebrate with you again and raise even more for the cause.
Thank you for being part of this. The magic continues because of you. ❤️

07/18/2026

Exciting news from Friends of Santa Claus Inc! 🎅🏻

Our biggest Christmas event of the year is themed Christmas Across America and it’s taking place at the beautiful Ontario Convention Center!

📆 Friday Gala on December 4th & Saturday Luncheon on December 5th
🎟️ Celebrating 250 years of Christmas Across America

We shared the big news last night at our handbag bingo event, and the response was amazing!

Don’t miss this magical celebration - reserve your tickets early and be part of the most festive holiday weekend in Southern California!

🔗 Reserve now at FriendsofSanta.org or using the link in our bio.

07/13/2026

Handbag Bingo is THIS FRIDAY.
Get Your tickets -> FriendsofSanta.org

12/02/2025

5 days away from our annual Christmas Tree Lane Gala! Make sure to get your tickets! Link in bio.

11/03/2025

🎄 Halloween’s gone—Christmas magic is HERE!

Christmas Tree Lane registration is OPEN! 🎁

Your Christmas fun = toys & hope for local kids in need.

🎲 Bet big @ Christmas Casino (every chip = joy!)

💎 Grab pins, necklaces & games to

👯‍♂️ Tag a friend—this is THE not-to-miss Christmas celebration of the season!

📍 Friends of Santa Claus Christmas Tree Lane 2025
🔗FriendsofSanta.org

10/29/2025

Make sure you get your tickets on the link in our bio or go to our website and click the link or scan the QR code! We can’t wait to see you all there! ✨🎄

Address

690 South Arrowhead Avenue
San Bernardino, CA
92408

Telephone

800-825-3908

Website

http://friendsofsanta.org/

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