HOPE FOR THE

HOLIDAYS

Semmax is helping bring joy to children in foster care by supporting the Hope for the Holidays program through the Children's Home Society of North Carolina.

TOGETHER WE BRING

HOPE AND JOY

Every child deserves to feel seen and valued during the holiday season. Through the Hope for the Holidays program with the Children's Home Society of North Carolina, Semmax is helping make that possible for children in foster care. You can join in, too. By donating items from the wish list—whether it's a book, a warm coat, or a gift card, you'll help bring joy and comfort to a child who needs it most.

WISH LIST

WAYS YOU CAN GIVE

Your generosity can make the season brighter for children in foster care. The items below, ranging from essentials like diapers and clothing to books, toys, and gift cards, help ensure every child feels valued and included. Each donation, big or small, goes directly toward bringing comfort, joy, and hope to a child in need this holiday season.

Gifts have to be new and unwrapped.

Essentials
- Diapers sizes 2–6
- Athleisure wear – adults up to 2XL (Nike)
- Gift cards: Fast food, gas station, Target, Wal-Mart, Amazon
Books
- Picture books
- Board books
- Young adult novels
- Coloring books and crayons (all ages)
- Educational books
Electronics
- Tablets
- Educational laptops
- Headphones
- Handheld gaming consoles
- Bluetooth speakers
- Smart watches
- Instant cameras
- LED string lights for room

Action Figures, Dolls, and Barbies
- Superhero action figures
- Barbie dolls and accessories
- Stuffed animals / Squishmallows
- Baby dolls (all ethnicities)
- Cars, construction and emergency vehicles, monster trucks
- LOL and Monster High
Games and Puzzles
- Board games for all ages
- Jigsaw puzzles and wooden puzzles
- Card games (e.g., Uno, Go Fish)
- Building blocks (LEGO, Duplo, etc.)
- Educational games (Leap Frog, Vtech)
- Imaginary play – kitchen items, dress up, doctor set, etc.
Fashion & Beauty
- Jewelry
- Hair tools and accessories
- Lotion, perfume, cologne
- Bath bombs
- Nail polish
- Make-up, chapstick
- Natural hair care items

Creative Activities
- Craft kits
- Musical instruments (keyboards, guitars)
- Science kits
- Art kits, easels, and canvases
- DIY jewelry kits
- Grown-up coloring books
- Playdoh and Kinetic Sand kits
- Doodle tablet
Sports & Outdoor Activities
- Soccer balls
- Basketballs
- Skateboards
- Football
- Bicycles and helmets
- Scooter
- Tricycle
- Electric bike or scooter
- Drone

Beginning November 3 through to December 1, Semmax will have donation boxes available for Hope for the Holidays at the following locations and times:

Winston-Salem Office
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
1447 Trade Mart Blvd., Winston-Salem, NC 27127

Greensboro Office
Tuesday & Thursday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
2300 W. Meadowview Road, Suite 101, Wrightsville Bldg., Greensboro, NC 27407