At Santa for Seniors, we remain steadfast in our mission to enhance the social well-being
of older adults by addressing the social determinants of health. Over the past year, we’ve
expanded our reach with more hands-on activities in targeted senior communities and
started meaningful new volunteer opportunities. Together, we are combating isolation,
building intergenerational connections, and creating more inclusive, connected
communities.
As our national presence continues to grow—especially in Oregon, Minnesota, and
Alaska—we’ve also strengthened regional efforts. The Bellingham program in northern
Washington has expanded significantly, and our long-standing Tri-Cities partnership
remains robust and impactful. Highlights of what we accomplished over the past 12
months include distribution of over 7,650 fall safety kits, 15, 619 holiday gifts, and 8,880
spring gifts in four states. Volunteers created over 12,309 handmade cards and 4,000
ornaments, allowing us to acknowledge and honor seniors as far as Florida and Texas
during the holidays.
Our Time to Talk project expanded from middle school students to include University of
Washington-Tacoma nursing students. We continue to nurture our community
partnerships with other school districts, park systems, and local utility companies.
We welcome new partners to help us grow this community impact. Every card, gift, and
moment of connection helps us continue our work of combating isolation and creating
joyful moments for seniors across the country. As we look ahead, we’re excited to build on
this momentum and reach even more seniors together.
