OPERATION SANTA

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The Lesniak Institute for American Leadership is proud to announce our 23rd annual Operation Santa. Operation Santa is more than just a toy drive; for many of the children who participate, it may be the only gift they receive this Christmas. In 2023, we provided gifts to over 100 deserving children and served meals to 200 people. The event featured music, games, Santa, and much more. This year, we plan to make Operation Santa even bigger! Along with gifts and festivities for the children, we are inviting local organizations to offer financial coaching, well-being checks, and provide parents with information about available benefits and resources, such as guidance on how to purchase a home, a car, or meet other essential needs. While Operation Santa will always focus on the children, we are aiming to ensure that parents also leave with valuable information.

Please Consider Sponsoring A Family

Thank you for your interest in sponsoring a family for the 23rd annual Operation Santa where we provide to deserving children in Union County with Christmas gifts, a hot meal, and most importantly fun and love!

Please see our three ways to donate:

To our generous sponsors, The Lesniak Institute team thanks you for your heartfelt generosity in making a difference for the life of a child this Christmas.

Learn more about The Salena Lesniak Fund Here.


The Lesniak Institute for American Leadership is exempt from tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and qualifies for maximum charitable contribution permitted by law. Our Federal Identification Number is 83-3629808.