March 29, 2024

St. Nick’s Christmas Club applications

Applications for the 27th annual St. Nick’s Christmas Club’s holiday assistance program for Jasper County residents will be available beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Newton YMCA, 1701 S. Eighth Ave. E. Applications must be picked up in person and only one application is available per family. Completed applications forms need to be returned to the Newton YMCA or mailed to the St. Nick’s Christmas Club at P.O. Box 162, Newton IA 50208. All forms are due by Nov. 14.

Individual families selected for participation will be provided additional information once their application has been processed. Individuals wishing to donate to the cause can send checks payable to St. Nick’s Christmas Club to P.O. Box 162, Newton, IA 50208.

In 2014, more than 600 Jasper County children were ensured a toy, clothing and food thanks to St. Nick’s Christmas Club’s efforts.