** APPLICATIONS FOR 2024 ARE NOW CLOSED!***

Eligibility for Children:

• Age Range: Assistance is available for children aged 2-17 years.
• Special Consideration for 18-Year-Olds: If an 18-year-old is still attending high school and living in the same household, they may also be eligible.
• Infants Under 2 Years: Applications for infants under 2 are only considered if there are other eligible children (aged 2-17) in the family. Sole applications for an infant under 2 will be referred to Toys for Tots.

Qualification Criteria:

To qualify for assistance, applicants must:

1. Obtain a written and signed referral letter from one of the following:
   • School counselors of the children’s school
   • Clergy leader
   • Any participating social service agency from our list of Qualifying Organizations.
2. Provide all the required documentation (detailed below).
3. Note: If you have received gifts for 3 or more years within the last ten years, you are ineligible for assistance this year. In such cases, we recommend registering with Toys for Tots at Toys for Tots.

Required Documentation for Application:

1. Photo ID and Proof of Residency in Washington County. If your ID does not reflect your current address, please bring additional proof such as a Utility Bill, Insurance Bill, or Bank Statement.
2. Birth Certificates of each child, clearly showing the linkage to the parents.
3. Court Documents, if applicable, in cases where the child is under the custody of someone other than a parent.
4. Referral Letter from the appropriate organization that has endorsed your application.

This verification step is crucial for confirming your eligibility and ensuring that we can provide Christmas to your family.

Important Deadline:

Please note that no applications will be accepted after November 14, 2024.

Collaboration and Referrals:

Coins For Kids proudly collaborates with various civic organizations across Washington County to identify families in need.