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What Is Adopt A Family?

Adopt A Family is Children’s Place Association’s Annual Holiday Giving Drive. Families facing poverty and illness are matched with a kind-spirited families, individuals, or companies who provide their holiday wishes. Adopt A Family helps make the holiday season memorable.

How Does Adopt A Family Work?

  • Donors complete the donor registration form below.
  • Children’s Place anonymously pairs families with the donors requested family size. Donors will then receive their families wish list; this will include children’s ages, gender, sizes, and wish requests. *** Expect your family match from adoptafamily@childrens-place.org by mid November.***

How do I drop off my gifts?

The Early Learning Center
1800 N. Humboldt BLVD
Chicago, IL 60647

Drop off Times:

  • Thursday, Dec. 5th: Noon – 3:00 PM
  • Friday, Dec. 6th: Noon – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday, Dec. 7th: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday, Dec. 8th: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

*All of the gift for your assigned family should be dropped off unwrapped in one large trash bag. Further details and instructions will be sent prior to drop off.

What are the expectations of donors?

  • Children under 19 receive at least one gift
  • Each family receives a gift card for food and essentials equaling $25 per person (example: family of four would be a $100 gift card). Stores like Aldi, Jewel, or a Visa gift card are recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I determine what size family I want to adopt?
We suggest calculating $75 to $100 for each child’s gift(s) and additional $25 per person for the food gift card when determining your (or your team’s) budget.

Can I adopt a family with friends or co-workers?
Yes! Many donors will share a family with friends or co-workers. This allows them to help a larger family.

How can I be involved if I don’t have the time to shop?
You can make a monetary donation by CLICKING HERE.
In the comment section, write “donation for Adopt A Family.” Our volunteer elves will get busy shopping for the perfect gifts for your adopted family.

Do I have to purchase the exact item on the family’s wish list?
No, the wish list serves as a guide for your purchases. You are not obligated to buy the exact gifts.

What if I want to give more?
We collect essentials for our families year-round. Please visit our AMAZON WISH LIST to see current needs. While you can purchase from Amazon, you can also use the Amazon list as a guideline and shop wherever you prefer. Drop off or ship your items to 1800 N. Humboldt BLVD, Chicago, IL. (Please include a note in your box that says: Adopt A Family List.

Can I give gently used items or clothing as gifts?
While we appreciate your generosity, this particular drive is for children’s wishes. Throughout the year, we offer opportunities to bring in gently used items and other donations.