In 2008, the Saint Charles Convention Center embarked on a mission to make a difference in our community and produced the first annual Helping Hands for the Holidays.
The convention center created this free event with the goal to improve the lives of people in need during the holidays. Over the years the event has surpassed 14,000 attendees and many volunteers.
2022's Helping Hands saw a 55% increase in attendance from 2021, welcoming 870 guests. The St. Charles Convention Center again partnered with CAPS of St. Charles County, Sam's Club and Dollar General to successfully host the 15th Annual Helping Hands event.
CAPS students and local volunteers donated their time to ensure this event was successful and safe. The event saw over 800 coats and winter accessories and over 3,000 personal care items distributed to guests. Leftover coats were donated to the Salavation Army.
This year, the Saint Charles Convention Center will host the 16th year and is so excited to watch the continued growth and success of Helping Hands for the Holidays.
Please reach us at helpinghandsstcharles@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
The mission of Helping Hands for the Holidays is to make a difference in our community by providing those who need it a warm meal, a coat, personal care items, and more resources while also giving them a fun night out.
Helping Hands for the Holidays is run by the St. Charles Convention Center, who works with local organizations and St. Charles County and City representatives to put on the event.
Anybody can join us! There is no registration required, and you can come and go as you please.
Helping Hands for the Holidays
Saint Charles, Missouri, United States
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