Help Local Kids Experience the Magic of Christmas

Each bear tag is a child’s wish hoping to come true through the Virtual Tree of Wishes. Help 1,200 local families feel the joy of Christmas.

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Help Light Up the Virtual Tree of Wishes

Every wish you grant lights up the tree a little more. Help us light it all the way to the top.

See the wishes

See your kindness come to life

How it Works

The Virtual Tree of Wishes is a digital giving experience where every “Bear” represents a real child’s Christmas wish. You choose a Bear, make a donation, and watch the tree light up: a living symbol of our community’s compassion and the magic of giving.

Visit the Virtual Tree of Wishes

Choose a Bear

Select a wish to fulfill and connect directly with the heart of a child’s Christmas dream.

Make Your Donation

Unlock the power of small acts that create profound moments of joy for children and families.

Light Up the Tree

See your generosity come to life as the tree glows brighter with every gift received.

Share the Joy

Spread the spirit of giving and inspire others to join in making Christmas magic happen.

If it's Happening, it's Here!

2026 Christmas Hamper Program … What’s changing this year?

Demand for Christmas hampers in Greater Victoria continues to grow, and our program can still serve a maximum of 1,200 families. To make sure those spaces go first to the children and families who need them most, the 2026 application includes important updates from previous years.

Frequently Asked Questions about these changes are now on our Christmas Hamper page.

Create a Fundraiser

Looking for a meaningful way to get your coworkers, business, organization, or team together this Christmas? Turn your holiday spirit into a fundraiser for CFAX Santas Anonymous.

Host a toy drive, bake sale, ugly sweater day, workplace challenge, holiday raffle, or come up with something completely your own. Every fundraiser helps us bring Christmas magic to children and families across Greater Victoria.

Already have an idea? Tell us about it. Not sure where to start? That’s okay too. Our team is here to help you shape your idea, answer questions, and support you along the way.

Ready to get started?
Create a Fundraiser Form

Volunteer With Us This Christmas

Tree of Wishes orientation is coming up soon, and we’re getting ready for another busy Christmas season.

Interested in helping with Tree of Wishes? Now is a great time to apply. Or, if you know you want to volunteer but aren’t quite sure where you’d like to help, explore our current volunteer opportunities and find a role that feels like the right fit for you.

Explore our volunteer opportunities and apply today.
Volunteer Opportunities

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Stories of Gratitude

Real words from the families and communities we serve

We truly appreciate the time and care you showed through the phone and email, helping us choose gifts that were meaningful for our family. Your attention to detail and generosity made a deep impact on us, and we will always remember your kindness.

Anonymous

Local Family

As a single mom of two, this support removed so much stress and made my kids' Christmas incredibly bright. The help, care, and generosity behind this program mean the world to us, and I'm truly thankful for the chance to give them a joyful holiday.

Anonymous

Single Parent

On behalf of my family, we want to express our gratitude for your kindness and thoughtfulness. The toys for our daughter, the gift voucher, and the groceries were far more than we expected and brought so much comfort and joy into our home.

Anonymous

Young Family

My son has been loving his new toys, and the gift card for groceries made a huge difference for us. Thank you to everyone who volunteered and worked so hard. Seeing the kindness and effort put into this was genuinely inspiring.

Anonymous

Parent Support

Thank you so much for the Christmas hamper from CFAX Santas. It brought joy, comfort, and real relief to our family this season. We're truly grateful for the generosity and effort that went into making our holidays brighter.

Anonymous

Local Family

I just wanted to reach out and say a huge thank you for the thoughtful gift and the generous food voucher. This year, things have been incredibly tough, and your kindness made what felt like an impossible Christmas into one filled with hope.

Anonymous

Community Member

I cannot express how grateful I am for the help we received this Christmas. With my partner recently losing their job, we weren't sure how we'd manage the holidays. Your support gave our kids a Christmas morning full of smiles.

Anonymous

Local Family

The holiday hamper brought tears to my eyes. It wasn't just the gifts and groceries. It was knowing that someone out there cared enough to make sure our family didn't go without this Christmas.

Anonymous

Single Parent

From our family to yours, thank you for turning what could have been a really difficult holiday into a beautiful one. The kids were overjoyed, and it gave us parents a moment of peace and happiness too.

Anonymous

Young Family