El Reno Blessing Baskets Inc

Since 1999, el reno blessing baskets has orchestrated the community christmas program in western canadian county. Christmas baskets of food, toys and other tangible items are distributed by volunteers to those in need at christmas. Food, grocery vouchers, essential household gift items and a provision for the parents to purchase their children(s) gift are provided. Families make an application and approvals are based on income and special situations. Physical and psychological needs are met with the care and concern shown by the community. In the past two years, over 2,500 people have received christmas baskets. This program is designed to serve the needy at a stressful time of year and curtail the depression of poverty, giving them hope during the holidays. Many civic organizations, businesses, school classes and individuals volunteer for the christmas basket program.

El reno blessing baskets distributes groceries and grocery vouchers to financially eligible senior citizens on a monthly basis. These senior citizens live in low food security situations and with exponential food cost increases, additional groceries are needed. From may 2023 to june 2024, the number of seniors served has doubled, approximately 140 seniors receiving groceries monthly.