A community-powered mission. A little Christmas magic.

GET INVOLVED

Be someone’s
Christmas magic.

Give supplies, share your skills or bring your team. Help families rebuild, improve accessibility and make Christmas brighter.

Help make it happen.

Funds and donations help buy toys and outreach supplies and bring community Christmas celebrations to life. The mission’s existing Givebutter fundraiser is listed as “Longview Gala.” Read the campaign details there, or contact Todd about supporting a specific project.

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Read our giving information
Two volunteers on a toy-filled truck holding a Levine Children’s Hospital Jingle Bell Drop Off sign

JOIN US

Charity Gala.
November 20.

Join us for a meaningful evening with founder Todd Lance, bringing hope and holiday cheer to children and families in Western North Carolina and to patients at Levine Children’s Hospital. The event helps provide toys and gifts for those in need this season.

Enjoy a plated dinner, signature cocktails, DJ music and dancing, and a live auction with incredible items and special surprises. All proceeds benefit Operation Santa’s Secret Mission.

A wide view of the gala dining hall under chandeliers
When
November 20, 6 PM to 10 PM
Where
The Ballroom, The Club at Longview, Waxhaw
Tickets
$300 per person. Includes dinner, signature cocktails and entertainment.
Good to know
Black tie. Ages 21 and up.
RSVP
On the club calendar or through the club’s mobile app.

Once your reservation is booked, it must be honored. If you can’t attend, you may send a replacement guest or be responsible for the ticket cost.

Gala reservations are made through the club. Not a member? Ask Todd about tickets. The Givebutter fundraiser above takes donations, not reservations.

Put your skills to work.

Help with shelter construction, wheelchair ramps or toy and supply collections. Contact Todd about current projects, volunteer needs and ways your business or group can contribute.

Lend a hand
Volunteers building a wooden deck and ramp beside a home

Good questions.
Warm welcomes.

A few details before you join in.

Who does the mission help?

Children and families throughout Western North Carolina, including families affected by Hurricane Helene and residents with disabilities, as well as children receiving care at Levine Children’s Hospital. Support includes toys and gifts, community Christmas celebrations, shelters, wheelchair ramps and essential supplies.

Where can I donate toys or supplies?

Contact Todd for current collection locations, wish lists and deadlines. Send an email or call (803) 242-3135.

Can my business or group get involved?

Yes. The mission welcomes partners who give toys, fund toys and outreach supplies, host collection drives, help spread the word or volunteer. Connect with Todd to discuss what your group can contribute.

Where can I learn more about the mission?

Read our story and our mission, explore the photo album or see WCCB’s news coverage.

LET’S MAKE IT PERSONAL

Say hello to Todd.

Have a question or an idea? Start a conversation.

Donate with Zelle

In your bank’s app, open Zelle and scan this code, or send to:

QR code to pay Operation Santa’s Secret Mission with Zelle
todd@operationsantassecretmission.com

The recipient should appear as OPERATION SANTA’S SECRET MISSION. Check that name before you send: Zelle payments usually can’t be canceled once sent.

Need a receipt? Email Todd after you give.