The application deadline for St. Nick’s Christmas Club in Newton is 8 p.m. on Sunday. The non-profit organization is getting ready for their annual assistance to Jasper County residents in need this holiday season. Applications packets have been available on a first come, first served basis at the Newton YMCA. Those completed applications must be turned in to the Newton YMCA by 5 p.m. on Sunday, or completed online using the special QR code by 8 p.m. Sunday. 

Club volunteers will review all applications and partner with other non-profits offering holiday assistance to ensure eligibility, as anyone applying for multiple programs will not be eligible for assistance from the St. Nick’s Christmas Club. The review of the applications will ensure the Club can assist the most children in need as possible. Under the program, children receive new pants, shirts, socks, underwear (or diapers), and an item from their wish list. Families also get a food-only gift card purchased by the Club from local grocery stores. 

Monetary donations may be made by mailing c/o St. Nick’s Christmas Club, PO 162, Newton, Iowa 50208. For those wanting to adopt a family, the annual adoption book will be released in late November. For more information, email newtonchristmasclub@gmail.com.