Shawnee County Christmas Bureau
The Shawnee County Christmas Bureau is an annual United Way of Kaw Valley tradition that relies on members of our community to make the holiday season brighter for our Shawnee County neighbors in need. United Way of Kaw Valley connects thousands of individuals and families to a holiday meal and gifts by matching them with local agencies or community "adopters."
Applications are now available to download or print on the United Way of Kaw Valley Christmas Bureau website. You can fill out your application before coming to the intake center. There are no electronic/digital applications.
2026 Intake Dates:
Monday, November 2, 2026 (10am to 7pm)
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (10am to 7pm)
Thursday, November 5, 2026 (10am - 7pm)
Saturday, November 7, 2026 (10am - 2pm)
Intakes take place at the Johnson Community Center in the Echo Ridge neighborhood at 2021 SE Market.
Cops and Kids
Littles must have been enrolled in the program as of November 1 to participate. Join KSBBS, Fraternal Order of Police Foundation of Topeka & Shawnee County, and Walmart in helping Littles to celebrate Christmas! Each family will be given a gift card(s) to shop with an officer for their family for Christmas. Find more information on the Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters website.
Astra's Santa's Little Helpers
Become one of Santa's Little Helpers and experience the true joy of giving this holiday season. Adopt a family or donate today!
Your generosity can make a world of difference this holiday season. Please consider helping hard-working Topeka families through Family Service I Guidance Center's Santa's Little Helpers Holiday Adoption Program. Each year, a growing number of FSGC client families need help bringing the joy of Christmas to their children. Find more information about how you can help on the Family Service & Guidance Center Website.