Mommy & Daddy's Little Angels Youth And Family Services Inc. 18th Annual Family Togetherness Event!

Project Title:
18th Annual Family Togetherness Gift Giving Event & Community Capacity-Building Symposium: Leadership Development and Service Training for Civic Engagement.
Submitted by:
Mommy & Daddy’s Little Angels Youth and Family Services Inc.555 McClean Avenue, 4BStaten Island, NY 10305(212) 380-6989 | www.mdlayafsinc.com EIN: 80-0340449

Donation Goal: $100,000

Project Overview:

Mommy & Daddy’s Little Angels Youth and Family Services Inc. (MDLAYAFS) is honored to present its 18th Annual Family Togetherness Gift Giving Event, an equity-centered holiday initiative serving low-income children, teens, seniors, and families throughout New York City. Scheduled for Saturday, December 20, 2025, this event will welcome approximately 1,000 community members to the Williamsburg Center in Brooklyn, NY. It will provide a comprehensive day of joy, nourishment, and support through gift distribution, hot meals, holiday-themed entertainment, and wellness-focused engagement.

Additionally, we will host a Holiday Wellness Luncheon for 40 young adults living with HIV and terminal health conditions at China Buffet in Staten Island. This special event will offer a safe, affirming space for healing, reflection, and community during a season when many feel isolated and overlooked.

Statement of Need:

The holiday season is often one of hardship for families in under-resourced communities. Many caregivers are unable to provide gifts, festive meals, or celebratory gatherings due to financial constraints. Youth and seniors alike face social isolation, food insecurity, and mental health burdens that are magnified during this time of year.

The Annual Family Togetherness Gift Giving Event addresses this crisis with dignity and joy. We ensure that every guest receives gifts, meals, and the sense of community they deserve. Our model prioritizes inclusion, cultural responsiveness, and trauma-informed care, creating a memorable holiday experience rooted in equity, access, and belonging.

Program Activities:

Main Event – Williamsburg Center (Brooklyn)

Gift distribution to 1,000+ children, teens, and seniors

Catered holiday meals and desserts for all attendees

Themed entertainment: live music, performances, activities

Health & wellness vendors, community partners, and resources

Decorated venue to enhance celebration and inclusion

Stipends for event volunteers supporting logistics and clean-up

Community Capacity-Building Symposium: Leadership Development and Service Training for Civic Engagement. Holiday Wellness Luncheon – Staten Island

Private sit-down meal for 40 young adults living with HIV or terminal conditions

Wellness-centered programming focused on mental health and resilience

Personalized gifts and holiday care packages

Space for community storytelling, sharing, and affirmation

Program Objectives:

Serve 1,000+ underserved residents with gifts, meals, and support

Promote mental wellness and community connection during the holiday season

Reduce feelings of isolation and depression among vulnerable populations

Celebrate resilience and dignity through joyful, inclusive holiday events

Recognize and support young adults with long-term health conditions through a dedicated event

Funding Use Breakdown:

Total Request: $100,000

$35,000: Holiday gifts for children, teens, seniors, and special populations

$25,000: Catering, beverages, desserts, and meal logistics

$10,000: Entertainment, performances, music, and activity coordination

$10,000: Event setup, cleanup, table/chair rentals, venue decorations

$5,000: Holiday Wellness Luncheon for 40 youth with HIV/health issues

$5,000: Volunteer stipends for event support

$10,000: Administrative planning, outreach, promotion, and evaluation

Community Impact:

1,000+ families experience a joyful, stigma-free holiday celebration

Hundreds of youth, including those in foster care and housing insecurity, receive their first holiday gifts

Community trust and engagement are deepened with local agencies and supporters

Mental health and emotional well-being are supported through safe, structured activities

Volunteers and partners strengthen local networks of mutual aid and care

Recognition and Partnership Opportunities:

All sponsors will be publicly acknowledged at the event, on printed programs, in press releases, and via our social media and website. Opportunities are also available for branded booths, signage, and in-kind donations.

Conclusion:

The 18th Annual Family Togetherness Gift Giving Event and Holiday Wellness Luncheon are not just celebrations—they are acts of care, dignity, and healing. With your support, MDLAYAFS can bring comfort, connection, and holiday magic to families and individuals who need it most. Your contribution will directly uplift spirits, reduce hardship, and inspire hope for hundreds this season.

We warmly invite you to join us in making this holiday unforgettable.

Thank you for your consideration and generosity.