Reindeer4Hope

Needs Application

❗Important Information – Please Read Before Applying

Reindeer4Hope is committed to bringing joy to children during the holiday season by providing gifts to families in need. We will begin accepting applications for assistance from September 1st through November 14th.

If selected, families will be notified by November 21st. Gift deliveries will take place during the first two weeks of December.

As part of the application process, Reindeer4Hope collects essential information to determine eligibility and to help fulfill personalized gift requests for each child.

All personal information is kept strictly confidential. No identifying or private information will be shared with the public.

Eligibility Requirements

Submission of an application is NOT a guarantee of being added to the Reindeer4Hope program.

Eligibility is limited to residents of Bradley, Knox, Davidson, Rutherford or Williamson Counties.
You must have residential address for drop-off of gifts during our scheduled distribution window in December. If accepted, you will receive your assigned date and time by email and text.
You must show financial need to be eligible.
Only children aged 12 and under are eligible. Children must not turn 13 before December 31, 2025. Babies due before the end of 2025 are eligible with proof of due date.

Please do not call or email Reindeer4Hope regarding application status. It will not speed up processing.

First name

Last name

Phone

Multi-line address

Country/Region

Address

Address - line 2

City

Zip / Postal code

Employment Status

Current Living Situation

Briefly explain your current situation and why you’re requesting assistance

Documentation Requirements

Valid Photo ID

Driver’s license, passport, green card, or student ID

Proof of Residence

Lease, utility bill from the past month, or government/school mail

Proof of Financial Need

SNAP, TennCare, SSI, HUD/Section 8, OR proof of income (paystub, employer letter, bank statement, tax return)

Proof of Age for Eligible Children

Birth certificate, school records, shot record, insurance card, TennCare, passport, green card, or school/agency letter

Valid Photo ID

Proof of Residence

Proof of Need

Child's Information

Child's Proof of Age

Child's First Name

Child's Last Name

Child's Age

Child's Relationship

Child's Clothing Top Size

Additional Clothing Information

Child's Shoe Size

Gift Toy/Item Wish #1

Gift Toy/Item Wish #2

I certify all information is accurate and complete. I understand submitting this application does not guarantee assistance through Reindeer4Hope.

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