About Us
Welcome to Surrey Christmas Bureau
Our mission is to ensure that every child has the opportunity to experience the joy of Christmas.
We provide essential holiday assistance, including toys, stocking stuffers, and grocery cards, to low-income families in need.
You can get involved by donating, volunteering, or spreading the word about our cause.
Our organization is guided by values of compassion, community, and inclusivity.
Featured Causes
Toy Drive - Spreading Joy with Toys for Children
Join us in our efforts to provide toys and gifts to children from low-income families this holiday season. Your donation can bring smiles and create unforgettable memories for these children.
Stocking Stuffer Collection: Make Christmas Special
Help us fill stockings with small toys and other stocking stuffer items such as mittens, socks and personal care products for children from low-income families. Your contribution ensures that every child experiences the magic of Christmas morning.
Grocery Card Initiative: Ensure Festive Meals
Support our initiative to provide grocery store gift cards to low-income families, enabling them to purchase ingredients for a festive holiday meal. Your donation helps families celebrate the holiday season with joy and dignity.
Urgent call for financial donations!
December 21, 2023: Our hamper program which provides families with much needed grocery vouchers for those memory making Christmas meals needs your help! We are providing over $260,000 in vouchers to families this year, far surpassing our previous record of $195,000. If you are able to help, please donate HERE and receive an immediate tax receipt. Thank you so much!
2023 Toy Depot
Our 2023 Toy Depot location is in the former Canadian Tire in Central Surrey at 13665 – 102 Ave. We will be open starting Tuesday, November 14 at 9:00 am, regular hours thereafter are Monday – Saturday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, closing for the season at 3:00pm Saturday, December 23rd.
Thank you Anthem Properties Group Ltd. for the generous donation of this space!
Donation Information:
Toy donations to our Toy Depot are now open and gratefully received! In addition to the core standard “must have” toys we always need which are listed on the sidebar, we added a great Blog with details and links to all the latest must have toys! Check out our Blog here!
Financial donations are needed year round to support our Hamper program. Please consider supporing this essential program with a one time gift or make a monthly donation via the Donate Now link at the bottom of the page. Thank you so much!
Registration:
Online registration for clients is now closed.
2023 Adopt a Family Program:
With the big day just around the corner, the 2023 Adopt a Family Program application process is now closed.
You can still virtually sponsor a family by sponsoring a family’s Hamper which supplies those all important, special holiday meals! Rates are as follows:
Family of Two: $140
Family of Three: $160
Family of Four: $180
Family of Five: $200
Family of Six: $220
Family of Seven and above: $240
Donate HERE to Virtually sponsor a family now and receive an immediate tax receipt!
Join the team, be a Sporty Elf this Year!
Our Team
Our team at Surrey Christmas Bureau is a dedicated group of individuals passionate about making a difference in the lives of low-income families during the holiday season. With a shared commitment to spreading joy and providing essential assistance, we work tirelessly to ensure that every child has the opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas.
Lisa Werring (Executive Director)
Lisa has been serving as the SCB Executive Director since August 2017, bringing over 25 years of non profit experience, largely in the field of meeting the the needs of vulnerable children. As a long time Surrey resident, Lisa is delighted to be able to bring her skills to work in her community.
Angela Neufeld (Toy Depot Manager )
Angela has been with the Christmas Bureau for many years, her dedication to the organization is amazing! Her cheerful nature and can do attitude is an inspiration and a gift to everyone!
Community Engagement Co-ordinator
The Community Engagement Coordinator oversees our Adopt a Family program, managing recruitment, training volunteers, and coordinating with local businesses and organizations. Responsibilities include outreach, support for families and volunteers, record-keeping, and ensuring program compliance.
Sponsors
News & Updates
Surrey Christmas Bureau
About the Surrey Christmas BureauThe Surrey Christmas Bureau is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing joy and holiday cheer to families in need during the Christmas season. Established in 1984, the bureau has been serving the Surrey community for over three...
Surrey Christmas Bureau: Bringing Joy to Families in Need
The Surrey Christmas Bureau is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing joy and happiness to families in need during the holiday season. With a mission to ensure that every child and family in Surrey has a memorable Christmas, the bureau works tirelessly to...
Surrey Christmas Bureau
About Surrey Christmas BureauThe Surrey Christmas Bureau is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing joy and support to families in need during the holiday season. Since its establishment in 1984, the bureau has been working tirelessly to ensure that every...