Provides gifts for children of low-income families in Buchanan County.

For Christmas 2023, a toy giveaway is being held Wednesday, December 13th, from 4 pm-6 pm at the First Presbyterian Church: 114 6th Avenue NW in Independence. Offers 2 gifts per child and stocking stuffers (as available). No late giveaways.

Households being adopted for Christmas through another agency, school, church, etc, are not eligible.

Proof of Buchanan County residency (utility bill, etc.) and valid driver's license/ID are required.

Donations to support Operation Santa Claus can be mailed to:
INDEPENDENCE FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES 4544 OPERATION SANTA CLAUS
Don Mumm
310 Ridgeview Dr. SE
Independence, IA 50644.