Give directly to this initiative – click Give, select a campus, then choose the Real Hope Christmas Fund.

Partner with us to bless local families this year. Purchase one or more of the following gifts and bring them to your campus by December 8.

If you order gifts online, please have the items delivered to our Brandon Campus. (2102 Bell Shoals Rd. Brandon, FL 33511)

Christmas Gift List

Please shop using the lists below, or follow this link to view our Amazon list.

0-2 Years Old (approx. $15 per gift)

  1. Fisher-Price Poppity Pop Turtle
  2. Fisher-Price Baby’s First Blocks Set, Shape-Sorting Toy
  3. Small Teddy Bear
  4. Fisher-Price Rock-a-Stack Classic with 5 Colorful Rings
  5. Fisher-Price Chatter Telephone, Baby and Toddler Pull Toy
  6. Fisher-Price Classic Xylophone

3 Years Old (approx. $25 per gift)

  1. Mega Bloks, Building Toys for Toddlers (80 Pieces)
  2. Baby Doll
  3. Tonka or Similar Brand Truck
  4. 8.5 inch Toddler Doodle Board Drawing Tablet
  5. Pretend Play Toys (Doctor Kit, Princess Dress Up, etc.)
  6. Play-doh Set
  7. Magnetic Building Blocks/Sets (STEM)

4 Years Old (approx. $25 per gift)

  1. Magnetic Tile Building Sets
  2. Baby Doll
  3. Tonka or Similar Brand Truck
  4. Magnetic Drawing/Doodle Board
  5. Nerf Mini Sports Pack
  6. Play-Doh Set
  7. Building Block Bars (STEM)

+ 14 inch bike with helmet and lock (approximately $150)

5-8 Years Old (approx. $25 per gift)

  1. Little Tikes Hopper Mega 18″ Inflatable Heavy Gauge Durable Vinyl Ball with Pump
  2. Sports Balls (soccer, basketball or football)
  3. Barbie Set
  4. Board/Card Games
  5. Craft Set for Girls (painting, beads, jewelry, etc.)
  6. LEGO set for Boys
  7. Learning Resources Explorers Brainometry (STEM)

+ 20 inch bike with helmet and lock (approximately $175)

9-12 Years Old (approx. $30 per gift)

  1. K’nex Building Sets
  2. Nerf Guns
  3. Drawing/ Stencil Sets or Crayola Inspiration Art Sets
  4. Make it Real Bead Jewelry Kit
  5. Light Up Letter Board
  6. STEM Projects for Kids Ages 9-12

+ 24 inch bike with helmet and lock (approximately $190)

13-17 Years Old (purchase both for $75)

  1. $50 VISA Gift Card
  2. $25 Fast Food Gift Card

WE NEED BICYCLES

Bicycles (14, 20 & 24 inch) and helmets are needed for children 4-12 years old.

Here are some stories about our Real Hope Christmas families.

Each story is real however the names of those involved have been removed to maintain privacy.

Strength in the Storm

A family of five, including three boys aged 6, 10, and 12, is enduring a challenging season as the mother is very ill and unable to work. This situation has placed the full burden of both financial and household responsibilities on the father, who has been working extra hours to keep up with bills while caring for their home and children. The family would be deeply grateful for prayers for the mother’s recovery and for strength and resilience for the father as he navigates these difficult circumstances.

A Family’s Journey Through Uncertainty

A family of five, including two daughters aged 15 and 13, and a beloved grandfather, is currently facing a difficult health journey. The mother is dealing with severe pain from uterine fibroids, and due to the intensity of her symptoms, her physician has planned testing for uterine cancer. This situation has been challenging for everyone as they cope with her pain and struggles. They would be incredibly grateful for prayers for her health, comfort, and strength as they await further testing and support her through this time.

A Path to Healing and Strength

A family of four, including two boys aged 10 and 15, is going through a challenging time as the mother faces serious health issues. Hypertension affecting her nervous system has caused her right hand to go completely numb, forcing her to stop working. The family is struggling to cope with her inability to care for them as she once did, along with the added financial strain. They would greatly appreciate prayers for an encouraging diagnosis, a full recovery for her, and strength as they navigate this difficult period together.

Holding On

A small family of three, including two daughters aged 6 and 13, is currently facing significant challenges as the mother, a single parent, struggles financially. Although she believes in God, she does not attend church or practice any formal religion. She is seeking prayers to help her navigate her current situation. This week, she must move out of her home and relocate to a small efficiency in Brandon, as she cannot afford anything larger. Determined to keep her daughters in the same schools, she seeks to maintain stability during this difficult time. The family would greatly appreciate any support and prayers for strength and guidance as they face these changes.

The Journey to Rebuild

A family of six, with daughters ages 18, 17, 9, and 5, is facing significant hardship after losing everything in Hurricane Milton. They are deeply grateful to God for His protection, as they were all together in their trailer home when the hurricane struck. As the winds intensified, they lost power and phone signal, and half of the roof was torn away. The family took shelter in a small closet until the storm passed, feeling God’s presence with them through it all.

Now, with their home and belongings destroyed, the family is in urgent need of basic necessities as they work to rebuild their lives.

Finding Strength and Hope After Loss

A family of four, consisting of a devoted father and his three young daughters, is navigating life after a great loss. Three years ago, the father tragically lost his wife, leaving him to raise his daughters—now ages 9, 8, and 5—on his own. In the face of this tremendous hardship, he has found strength and comfort in God’s presence. He is also deeply grateful for the support he has received from caring neighbors and social workers who have stood by him through these challenging times.

A Family’s Story of Faith and Resilience

A family of nine, including four daughters, ages 15, 9, 7, and 4 months, and two sons, ages 16 and 15, is currently living in a two-bedroom apartment. Recently, their shared car, which they relied on, was stolen, and they lack the funds to replace it. Despite these hardships, the family remains joyful and grateful to God for all He has provided. They kindly ask for prayers to find transportation so they can continue working to provide for their children.

A Journey of Hope and Healing

A household of five, including two boys aged 10 and 13 and a 9-year-old girl, is currently navigating a challenging time while residing with the mother’s parents in Brandon. During Hurricane Milton, the father’s father-in-law suffered a severe fall, resulting in a head injury and internal bleeding. Although he underwent successful brain surgery, his recovery has been slower than expected. Tampa General Hospital recommended transferring him to a rehab facility to support his recovery. The family is deeply distressed, taking things one day at a time, and would greatly appreciate prayers for healing and strength during this difficult period.

Questions? Text “BellShoals” to 77411