The Alleghany Highlands Christmas Mother Program was founded over 70 years ago to honor the birth of Christ by assisting families in need during Christmas.
Ingrid W. Barber has been announced as the 76th Christmas Mother serving the Alleghany Highlands!
Left to right Row 1: Martha Nicholson, Elizabeth Warwick, Becky Perkins, Ingrid Barber Christmas Mother 2024, Charlotte Martin, Marie Fitzpatrick, Cindy George
Row 2: Brenda Linkenhoker, Betsy Arritt, Dianne Garcia, Linda Venable, Michele Wright, Brenda Lindsay, Anne Wright, Pat Johnson, Jane Tucker, Mary Ann Beirne
Row 3: Lang Wilson, Carolyn Young, Lynda Thompson, Susan Lindstrom, Denise Pillow, Holly Peters, Gwen Withrow, Mary Asma, Teresa Hammond.
Important Donation Announcement:
NO USED ITEMS/DONATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY THE CHRISTMAS MOTHER PROGRAM THIS YEAR. Monetary donations and newly purchased items will be greatly appreciated.
The 2024 theme chosen by the Christmas Mother is "Love Thy Neighbor" and her scripture is Matthew 22:37-39 "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself."
Applications will be taken IN PERSON the week of October 14th for the 2024 Christmas season gifts and food cards. Please be prepared to give details on the application for clothing sizes, specific toys, and do not request bikes. Distribution days will be the week of December 9th.
Applicants must bring a photo ID, Social Security Numbers for all members of your household, plus SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, and SSI/SSDI cards. Also, bring proof of employment and income.
The Christmas Mother Shop will open Tuesday, Nov. 18th, 9 am - 4 pm at First Christian Church 231 E. Fudge St. Covington VA 24426. If you have questions concerning your application, adoptions, or donations, please call 540-529-8922 or email christmasmotherhighlands@gmail.com. You will receive a response at our earliest opportunity. Donations can be mailed to P. O. Box 242 Covington VA 24426.
Please visit the Alleghany Highlands Christmas Mother Facebook page for schedule and program updates.