Winter Wishes 2026
Community/Holiday ProgramOct 1 – Dec 4
Free
An annual program matching volunteers with children's wish letters to send personalized gifts for the holidays.
Who's Involve
New York CaresOrganizerDescription
Run by New York Cares, the initiative brings together thousands of New Yorkers to fulfill 26,000 holiday wishes for children and teens who might otherwise go without. After registering online to receive an individual letter, volunteers purchase and wrap the requested gift before sending it to a partner agency by December 4, 2026.
Good to know
Register in advance