Grateful for Your Support!

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Rotary Club of Shawnee Foundation for your generous support once again this year! Your continued partnership means so much to us and plays a vital role in helping local children and families thrive. Together, we're making a lasting impact in our community!

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Mark Your Calendar and Save The Date!

🎶 Sapphire & All That Jazz🎶:

Celebrating 65 Years

Friday, September 19, 2025

The Johnson County Christmas Bureau is thrilled to announce our 65th Anniversary Gala – a night of celebration, elegance, and jazz! Join us as we honor 65 years of service and community impact with an evening filled with live music, fine dining, and exciting auctions.

Holiday of Hope

Adult Gifts Wishlist

🎁 ADULT GIFTS (For Our Moms, Dads & Grandparents)

Our amazing Adult Gifts Department gathers brand-new gifts throughout the year to share with the adults in our community—moms, dads, grandparents, and caregivers—who visit our Holiday Shop.

For many of our guests, these may be the only gifts they receive during the holiday season. Your generosity truly makes a difference.

Want to help?

In honor of Mother's Day and Father's Day, click the wishlist button to donate to neighbors in need. You can also drop off new items at the JCCB office on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

We’re collecting new items only, including:

Coffee Makers
Toasters
Slow Cookers
Space Heaters
Household Essentials
Gift Sets & More!

Thank you for helping us bring warmth and joy to families this holiday season!

Festival of Trees: Event Chair Needed

The FOT (Festival of Trees) Charity Auction is a festive fundraising event held annually each November in conjunction with the Holiday Boutique at the Overland Park Convention Center. This special event supports our mission through the generosity of attendees, donors, and community partners.

Event Chair Responsibilities

Oversee key functional areas including:

Volunteers – Recruit and coordinate volunteers. Scheduling and coordinating shifts for event support.
Marketing – Promoting the event and auction through various channels, such as social media.
Soliciting – Acquiring donations for auction items.
Coat and Package Check Volunteers and Managing logistics for attendees.
On-site Event Lead – Ensuring smooth execution the day(s) of the event.

Communicate with Design Team:

A dedicated group with previous event experience is available to assist fundraising efforts.

Resources Available:

Seasoned staff and event team will train and work with the Event Chair. A event notebook offers valuable insights, checklists, contacts, and lessons learned to ensure continuity and success for our second largest fundraiser for JCCB.

Looking for a way to give back? JCCB has volunteer opportunities year-round!

If you’re interested in learning more, join us for a Meet Us Monday Zoom session. Our next meeting is on Monday, June 9th, from 12:00–1:00 PM.

RSVP here ... We’d love to connect with you and share how you can make a difference! Together, we can continue spreading holiday cheer for another 65 years!

This Month's Featured Department: Adult Gifts

Looking to Gain Experience and Give Back?

If you're a college student—or a high school student on summer break—looking to boost your resume and make a difference, we’ve got the perfect opportunity for you! The Johnson County Christmas Bureau is looking for enthusiastic interns to join our team.

Whether you're interested in marketing, fundraising, event planning, or IT, you’ll get real, hands-on experience while supporting a mission that brings holiday joy to local families. Work alongside a passionate team, build valuable skills, and be part of something truly meaningful.

It’s more than just an internship—it’s a chance to grow, give back, and have fun doing it. Ready to make your summer count? Come intern with us!

Apply Here

A Heartfelt Thank You

We love hearing from our recipients. Here is a comment from one of our 2024 Holiday Shop Receipitents.

"I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for providing smiles and gratitude in my home this December. I couldn't be more appreciative for the items let alone the number of items and food we received. As a single parent you gave me strength and comfort. The prayers received were truly a blessing. Thank you for being a resource in our family, we're truly grateful."

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Save the Date for these 2025 Events

Christmas In July Family Festival

Volunteers Needed

Have you checked our Sign-up Genius for our Saturday, July 26th Event? Our Christmas In July Family Festival for our neighbors in need, sponsored by Farmers Insurance, is getting ready to celebrate the season in the sun!