CULLMAN, Ala. – With Christmas only two months away, local nonprofit Curt’s Closet is busy preparing to help local families. Curt’s Closet is holding its annual Curt’s Christmas toy drive through mid-November, aiming to help provide Christmas for up to 600 local children..
Organizers wrote, “Every doll, game, ball, craft kit, and toy donated helps make sure a child in our community experiences the joy and excitement of Christmas morning.”
In 2025 the organization reported that 200 families and over 500 children were able to wake up to “the kind of Christmas every child deserves, full of joy, surprises, and knowing they are deeply loved.”
Through mid-November, donations can be dropped off at three locations:
- Rushforth Family Care – 1935 Alabama Highway 157, Suite C, Cullman; Office hours are Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Fridays 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Premier Bank of the South (main branch) – 101 First Ave. NW, Cullman; Office hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon
- RE Garrison Trucking – 1103 County Road 1194, Vinemont; always open
Curt’s Closet is also looking for sponsors to help create an unforgettable Christmas experience. The organization stated that in addition to easing financial burdens on parents, donations children know that they are seen, valued and loved by their community.
“That kind of happiness stays with a family long after the wrapping paper is gone,” they wrote.
The nonprofit called on businesses, churches, civic groups, families and individuals to act now to help ensure every child has someone supporting them through this season.
To sign up to be sponsor, visit https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/KE4B1CGHTC
From Curt’s Closet:
“If your family would like to be considered for this year’s program, be sure to submit your application before Friday, October 16.
“Before applying, please remember:
- Applicants must be Cullman County residents
- Families are selected through a random lottery drawing
- Submitting an application does NOT guarantee your family will be selected
- All families chosen through the lottery will be contacted during the week of Nov. 6
“Our goal is to make the selection process as fair as possible while serving as many local children as our sponsors allow. We encourage all families to apply, but please understand that completing an application is not a guarantee of participation in our program.
“Apply here- https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/EJGkn6W531”
For additional information, call 256-735-4557 or visit curtscloset.org.
