Christmas Food Box Program
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Christmas Food Box Program

This cherished community program provides a full holiday dinner meal to families in need. Since 1975, it has grown to support over 450 households annually. Pre-registration is essential to receive a food box, which contains all the ingredients for a festive home-cooked meal. Distribution takes place at St. Mary Mother of God Church.

What to Expect

Holiday dinner meal for families in need

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: FREE
  • Pets: No pets allowed

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families needing holiday meal assistance

Vibe

Community-focused, supportive, charitable

Energy Level

Low

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

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Weather Sensitivity

Low

Special Events & Promotions

  • Pre-registration required
  • Distribution Day requires post-card
  • One box per household address

Tags

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Location

St. Mary Mother of God Church
1101 Lafayette Street
Fort Wayne, IN
46802-3202

Event Details

Duration

Sign-up: 4 hours; Distribution: 3 hours

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

St. Mary Mother of God Catholic Church

Food & Drink

Holiday dinner meal provided

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Tips & Advice

  • Ensure you bring your ID and the post-card received at sign-up day, as both are required for picking up your food box.
  • Since a kitchen is required to prepare the meal, confirm you have the necessary facilities before registering.
  • Only one food box is distributed per household address, so coordinate within your household to avoid duplicate registrations.
  • Consider making a financial donation to support this program, as they rely on contributions to serve over 450 families.
  • If you are unable to attend Distribution Day, arrange for someone else to pick up the box on your behalf, provided they have your post-card.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to receive a Christmas Food Box?

The program is designed to assist families in need with a holiday meal. Pre-registration is required, and you must present your ID at sign-up.

What is included in the Christmas Food Box?

The box contains the necessary ingredients to prepare a complete holiday dinner at home.

Can someone else pick up the food box for me?

Yes, someone else can pick up the food box on your behalf, but they must present the post-card you received at sign-up.

How can I help support the Christmas Food Box Program?

Financial donations are greatly appreciated and can be made through their 'Donate Now' link on the website.

Where is the sign-up and distribution located?

Both sign-up and distribution take place at St. Mary Mother of God Church, located at 1101 Lafayette Street, Fort Wayne, IN.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 30, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team

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