Holiday Helpers
This holiday season, sprinkle a little magic and become one of Santa's Helpers with Christmas in the Wards! Whether you're wrapping gifts with love, spreading cheer with a warm smile, or helping create unforgettable moments for families, you’ll be part of a heartwarming adventure that brings the spirit of the season to life. Don your festive spirit (reindeer antlers optional!) and join us in making this year’s celebration the most magical yet.
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Friday Helpers
December 11, 2026 - McCormick Place
Santa's Setup Squad 8 AM – 12 PM / 12 PM – 4 PM
Unload, move, and stage gifts and event supplies. Some assignments require lifting up to 25 lbs.
Wrap Squad 8 AM –12 PM / 12 PM – 4 PM
Wrap, organize, and prepare gifts for distribution.
Wonderland Builders 8 AM –12 PM / 12 PM – 4 PM
Transform the venue into a festive holiday wonderland with decorations and event displays.
Joy Builders – Claim Check Setup 12 PM–4 PM
Prepare the claim check area, organize supplies, and establish the distribution flow.12 PM–4 PM
Book Elves 8 AM –12 PM / 12 PM–4 PM
Sort, organize, and stage books for children's literacy activities.
Holiday Helpers 8 AM –12 PM / 12 PM–4 PM
Assist with general setup, staging, and preparations wherever additional support is needed.
Saturday Helpers
December 12, 2026 - McCormick Place
Joy Ambassadors
Welcome families, check tickets, assist with registration, and provide event information.
Reading Reindeer 7–9:30 AM
Read to children and assist with the Scholastic Book Zone.
Warm Hearts Crew 7–10 AM or 1–2 PM
Assist families with winter coats and clothing distribution.
Wish Makers - Raffle Team 10 AM–1 PM
Assist with raffle activities, prize organization, and distribution coordination.
Joy Crew – Family Assistance 10 AM–1 PM
Help families transport raffle prizes and gifts to their seating areas.
Holiday Guides - Laptop Seating 10 AM–12 PM
Escort and seat laptop recipients and assist with guest movement.
Santa's Helpers – Claim Check 10 AM–2 PM
Staff the claim check area and assist with gift retrieval and distribution.
Holiday Helpers – General Support 7 AM –2 PM
Provide flexible support wherever additional assistance is needed.
