Operation ELF has been active in New England for over ten years. During this time, its volunteers have worked with dozens of local charities to ensure hundreds of children and families have a joyous holiday. Generous donors provided over a hundred boxes of household goods and wish-list-come-true gifts for nearly 700 children.

The highlight of each year’s efforts is the annual community gathering held in the month of December. This event is where gifts are brought together and prepared for delivery to the many organizations who will pass them on to the children and families they sponsor. Our 11th Annual Holiday Event will be on Sunday, December 11, 2011 from 1:00 ‑ 4:00 PM.

“What we create is pure magic for the children at the holidays,” said Sarah Blumenstock Girrell, the founder of Operation ELF (Everybody Loves Families) and co-leader of the 2011 project with her husband Kris Girrell. “This is our eleventh year of making dreams come true for local children in need … and our biggest year ever! We expect to have 900 children’s wish lists to fulfill! To do this, we need sponsors to open their hearts and choose a child’s wish list.”

Get Involved!
The larger a community we have involved in our efforts, the bigger impact we can make.

• Volunteer by joining one of our teams.
• Sponsor a child in need with a personal holiday gift package.
• Contribute household goods or gift cards for families in need.
• Celebrate with us at our annual event.