Delivering holiday love to those who need it most
Baskets of Gratitude is our annual holiday outreach program that brings essential supplies and uplifting moments to families, children, and individuals most in need.
Baskets of Gratitude supports thousands each year
Every holiday season, volunteers and community partners come together to fill and distribute thousands of baskets packed with items like diapers, toys, books, personal-care items, and more. In 2025 alone, we supported over 2,000 individuals, families, and children across Southern California and with your support we’re looking to increase that impact every year.
Whether it’s a single mother in transitional housing, a child spending the holidays in a shelter, or a family navigating economic uncertainty, each basket is a gesture of dignity and connection. The love is real. And it’s packed by hand.
A growing legacy of love and giving since 2017
Baskets Distributed
Lives Improved
Partner Organizations
Upcoming Events
Winter
2026
Annual Baskets of Gratitude
Join us in Los Angeles as we assemble and distribute baskets filled with love and essentials for families, children.
Dec 7th
2026
Annual Baskets of Gratitude
Join us in Los Angeles as we assemble and distribute baskets filled with love and essentials for families, children.
Dec 7th
2026
Annual Baskets of Gratitude
Join us in Los Angeles as we assemble and distribute baskets filled with love and essentials for families, children.
Past Events
Annual
2025
Giving Essential Items to Individuals in Need
Cared for 2,000+ people.
Annual
2024
A Record-Breaking Year of Giving
Provided for 3,000+ people.
Annual
2023
Supporting In-Need Families Across LA
Supported 2,500+ people.
Annual
2022
Widespread Impact With Our Growing Team
Reached 2,000+ people.
Annual
2021
Delivering Essentials and Love to Families in Need
Served 1,500+ people.
Annual
2020
Continued Support During Difficult Times
Helped 1,200+ people.
Annual
2019
Expanding Our Reach With Local Partners
Over 1,000 baskets distributed.
Annual
2018
Doubling Our Impact With Community Support
Nearly 800 baskets delivered.
Annual
2017
Our First Year of Giving
Over 400 baskets lovingly packed and shared.
Your support creates real impact.
Reflections from our volunteers
“Packing baskets with my kids taught them more about compassion in one afternoon than I could in a year. This is love in action.”
Sarah M., volunteer
“It’s not just packing a bag—it’s putting love directly into someone’s hands. That moment sticks with you.”
S. Lopez, volunteer
“You can feel the energy shift when a child receives a basket. They light up because they feel seen.”
“This is what the holidays are supposed to feel like—real connection, real care, and people helping people.”
Baskets of Gratitude FAQs
What is Baskets of Gratitude?
Who does Baskets of Gratitude help?
Baskets of Gratitude supports children, families, and individuals experiencing hardship, including people experiencing homelessness and families who could use extra support during the holiday season. We work with trusted nonprofit and community partners, including Westminster Free Clinic, Union Rescue Mission, The People Concern, Feed the Streets LA, and Tiyya Foundation, to help reach people in the communities they serve.
What goes inside a Basket of Gratitude?
Each basket or care package includes items selected to provide comfort, dignity, and practical support. Depending on what our nonprofit partners identify as most needed, that may include food and everyday essentials, personal care and hygiene items, infant and family care items, books, toys, warm clothing, and other necessities.
How does Love Button decide what to include in the baskets?
We work directly with our nonprofit partners to understand what the people they serve need most. Their input helps guide what Love Button purchases and packs each year, so the support we provide reflects real community needs rather than a standard list of items.
When does Baskets of Gratitude take place?
Baskets of Gratitude takes place each year during the holiday season. Volunteers come together to sort and pack thousands of items before distributing them through Love Button’s nonprofit and community partners.
How are Baskets of Gratitude distributed?
How does my donation to Baskets of Gratitude make a difference?
Donations help fund the supplies and essential items that make each year’s Baskets of Gratitude program possible. Every contribution helps Love Button provide more practical support and reach more people through our nonprofit and community partners.
Can I volunteer with Baskets of Gratitude?
Yes. Volunteers play an important role in Baskets of Gratitude by sorting, organizing, packing, and preparing items for distribution. Volunteer opportunities and available space may vary each year, so check our website and follow Love Button for announcements as the holiday season approaches.
Can my company, organization, or group get involved?
Yes. Companies, organizations, and community groups can support Baskets of Gratitude in several ways depending on the needs of that year’s program. Opportunities may include group volunteering, sponsorship, contributing supplies, or financial support. Contact Love Button to learn more about getting involved.
How has Baskets of Gratitude grown over the years?
What began as a community effort to provide holiday care and essentials has grown into one of Love Button’s largest annual programs. With the support of volunteers, donors, and nonprofit partners, Baskets of Gratitude now helps provide essential items and care to thousands of people each holiday season.
