Christmas Shoppe

The RENEW Christmas Shoppe provides a wonderful opportunity for families to select gifts for their children during the holiday season without the burden of extra expenses. This special program offers new, donated items for parents to choose from, allowing them to give their children a joyful Christmas morning.

Additionally, participating families receive a holiday dinner, ensuring both a memorable meal and a heartwarming celebration. The Christmas Shoppe helps ease financial stress during the holidays, allowing families to focus on enjoying the season’s joy and togetherness.

The Christmas Shoppe is made entirely possible by donations of new, unopened presents and also by the dedicated volunteers who set up, decorate, staff, and take down the Shoppe each year. Read on to find out more about the Shoppe.

“Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart.”

— Washington Irving

Who Can Participate in the RENEW Christmas Shoppe?

The RENEW Christmas Shoppe empowers neighbors who are actively working toward a more stable, self-sufficient life. Eligible participants can shop for Christmas gifts and a holiday meal for their families — with dignity, choice, and joy.

If you have any questions about eligibility, please reach out to us at RENEW@GreerRelief.org.

To become eligible, neighbors must participate in one of the following RENEW pathways:

RENEW Classes

Our RENEW classes are designed to strengthen essential life skills. To qualify, you must complete 12 classes by December 6th, with at least one class in each of the following areas:

• Healthy Living: Topics may include nutrition, stress management, and self-care.
• Financial Wellness: Learn about budgeting, saving, credit, and more.
• Job Skills: Explore resume building, interview techniques, and workforce readiness.

Classes are offered throughout the year, both in-person and online.

Triple P Parenting

This one-on-one coaching program is led by Nita Williams, our certified Triple P Parenting Coach. Through 12 personalized sessions, parents and caregivers gain practical tools to build strong family relationships, manage behavior positively, and create a nurturing home environment.

Saturday Programs

Our Saturday Programs offer hands-on learning in a fun, supportive environment. Sessions are held on October 4th, November 8th, and December 6th and cover topics like personal development, parenting, healthy habits, and family bonding activities. Attend all three sessions to earn eligibility.

LEG Up

LEG Up (Learn, Empower, Grow) is a structured program that helps neighbors move from crisis to stability. It focuses on setting and achieving personal goals, increasing income, and developing long-term sustainability. Participation in LEG Up includes automatic eligibility for the Christmas Shoppe.

LEG Up Youth

This 12-week program empowers youth to imagine and plan for their adult lives. Participants explore careers, set goals, and build confidence while gaining critical life and decision-making skills. Completing the program earns 8 of the 12 credits needed for Shoppe eligibility.

Donations Needed for RENEW Christmas Shoppe

The Greer Relief Christmas Shoppe is made possible by donations from our supporters. Without your help, many families in our community would not have the means to celebrate the holiday and put gifts under the Christmas Tree for their children.

Your generous donations make the Greer Relief Christmas Shoppe possible! We are looking for new, unwrapped gifts in various price ranges to ensure every child has a special holiday. Here are some items we need:

• Price Ranges: Under $20, $20 – $35, and over $35
• Gift Ideas: Backpacks, game systems and accessories, makeup and fashion accessories, phone cases and accessories, earbuds and headsets, pickleball sets
• Gift Cards: Donations valued at $50 and up are also greatly appreciated!

You can make a difference this holiday season by purchasing items from our Amazon Wish List or making a cash donation directly to Greer Relief. Drop off your donations at Greer Relief, 113 C Berry Ave, Greer, SC. Your support brings joy to families and helps create a memorable Christmas for children in need. Thank you for your generosity!

Volunteer for the RENEW Christmas Shoppe

Be part of something meaningful this holiday season. At Greer Relief, the RENEW Christmas Shoppe is more than a gift giveaway — it’s a joyful, empowering experience for neighbors who’ve worked hard all year to build a better future. This one-time event is part of our year-round mission to help families overcome barriers and move from crisis to stability.

We need your helping hands to make it happen.

Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the season — whether you’re looking for a one-time service day or a way to give back as a group. This is a perfect opportunity for families, civic groups, faith communities, and corporate teams to serve together and see the impact up close.

Volunteer Roles Include:

• Shoppe Set-Up & Decorating: Turn our space into a winter wonderland!
• Bike Assembly: Help build bikes and ride-on toys — no elves required, just a wrench and a smile.
• Shopping Assistance: Walk alongside neighbors as they select gifts for their children.
• Gift Wrapping: Add that special touch with bows, wrap, and care.
• Breakdown & Clean-Up: Help us close the Shoppe with gratitude and grace.

Every task helps create a joyful experience for a family in need. Your time, your energy, and your kindness can make all the difference.

Ready to get involved?
View our volunteer calendar opportunities now — or email us at RENEW@Greerrelief.org to learn more.

Together, we can turn compassion into action this Christmas.