Friends to All provides Senior Santa Visits in Carson City

Event Date: 
December 10, 2022 (All day)

Friends to All is dedicated to bringing joy, cheer and friendship to seniors in our community during the holiday season.

Since 1999 this group has been working to meet the needs of those with limited financial resources who are home bound or in care centers with little or no family nearby.

Each year 150 - 200 visits are averaged in the Carson City area!

Volunteers grouped into teams dressed as Santa Claus and Helpers make stops at the homes of seniors in our community delivering a special visit and gifts donated by individuals and businesses.

The joy on the faces of those we meet when they open their door and see Santa Claus bringing a gift and having their photo taken with the jolly fellow is quite a meaningful experience!

Friends to All is seeking names and addresses of seniors who would enjoy a Santa visit this year. If you know of a neighbor or family member that would appreciate a visit during the holidays, please let us know.

The holidays are often very lonely times for seniors with little family or friends nearby. The mission of the visit is to bring joy to those who are alone far too much - “Touching Hearts with a Visit”

This event is made possible through generous donations from local businesses and members of the community.

Donations of cash, crossword puzzle books (large print, if possible), slipper socks, gloves, hats, scarves, handkerchiefs, lotions, lip balm, calendars, packaged small food items such as candy, cookies, or nuts, gift cards from grocery or gift stores, hair salons, barbershops, or restaurants that deliver ~ basically anything that a senior may be able to use are appreciated.

Cash donations are used to purchase gift cards for grocery stores to be given to seniors in need.

Donations are 501(c) (3) tax deductible and check donations should be made payable to Friends To All, Inc. A receipt will be provided.

Drop off locations at:

A+ Documents
411 W. Third Street, Suite 1

Coldwell Banker Select
123 W. Second Street

Kadee Mason American Family Insurance Agency
808 E. College Parkway, Suite 106

Carson City Chamber of Commerce
1900 S. Carson Street

Vital Signs
2412 S. Curry Street, Suite 1

Please contact Gwen Pradere by email at gwen@friendstoall.com or call (775) 315-2484 to donate or to recommend a senior for a visit!

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