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Holiday Wish Drive FAQs

Many recipient organizations identify their clients as having special needs, but only some are noted on the wish card. For example, an 18-year-old boy might want a learning toy intended for a kindergartner (developmental issues), or a 25-year-old adult may request a large print book (sight issues). Another example might be a senior asking for an infant activity mat, so think “grandparent” and buy the requested gift. In general, the wishes reflect the genuine need, so it is best to purchase what was requested.

A baseball glove or mitt is described by the handedness of the intended wearer, rather than the hand on which the glove is worn: a glove that fits on the left hand—used by a right-handed thrower—is called a right-handed (RH) or "right-hand throw" (RHT) glove. Conversely, a left-handed glove (LH or LHT) is worn on the right hand, allowing the player to throw the ball with the left hand.

If you don’t think the size matches the age, please purchase the item in the size indicated as our agency partners understand the needs of each gift recipient.

To the best of your ability, try to decipher what the name might mean. For example, the name “Maria-male” likely indicates that the child’s name is Maria but that they identify as a boy so choose a gift accordingly. Another example might be a senior who is asking for an infant activity mat so think “grandparent” and buy the gift requested. 

Those recipients noted as unhoused on a wish card are usually under the care of an agency that is assisting them in transitioning into some sort of housing. As with anyone moving into a new space, they are in need of household items in order to set up their new room or apartment.

  1. What if I cannot find the requested gift?
  2. What do I do with late gifts?
  3. Why do I need to include a toothbrush with my gift?
  4. Do I need to wrap the gift(s)?
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  • What is Leading A Drive?
    • Drive Essentials
    • Register To Lead A Drive
    • Helpful Tips
    • Drive Leader Hub
      • How It Works
    • Drive FAQs
    • Drop-off Information and Guidelines
  • Our Programs
    • Holiday Wish Drive
      • Lead A Drive
      • Sponsor the Holiday Wish Drive
      • Most Needed Gift List
      • Gift Drop-off Information
      • Agencies Served
      • FAQs
      • Stories
      • How It Works
    • Back-to-School Drive
      • What is Leading A Drive
      • Sponsor the Back-to-School Drive
      • Schools and Agencies Served
      • School Supply List
      • FAQs
      • Stories
      • How It Works
      • Drop off Donations
      • How It Works
    • Need Help?
    • FGT Merch
  • Get Involved
    • Lead a Drive
    • Donate School Supplies
    • Volunteer
    • Become a Corporate Partner
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      • Legacy Giving
    • Make an In-kind Donation
    • Request Donation Receipt
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