Project Bethlehem

    Welcome to Project Bethlehem, Lazarus House’s annual Christmas giving program, bringing the joy of Christmas to Lawrence families for over 30 years.

    Who does project bethlehem serve?

    Project Bethlehem serves hundreds of Lawrence families facing challenging times.  

    How do families get selected to be part of Project Bethlehem?

    Project Bethlehem partners with Lawrence Public Schools, who refer families who are in greatest need of assistance.   

    What are Project Bethlehem family sponsors asked to purchase?

    Sponsors receive a specific list of a family’s Christmas wishes. Using the guidelines below, the expenditure is roughly $85-$100 per person based on family make-up. This includes toys/gifts for children under 18 years old and food/clothing gift cards for all family members; a total Christmas experience.    

    For the household

    • One $50 gift card for a household item, store preference is provided
    • Gift card(s) to Market Basket based on family size:
      • $25 for family of two
      • $50 for family of 3-4 people
      • $75 for family of 5-6 people
      • $100 for family 7+

    For each child under 18 years old

    • One $35 gift card for clothing, store preference provided  
    • 2 new toys/gifts (under $40), child’s toy/gift preferences provided 

    For each adult (includes parent(s) and other adults in the household who are 18 years+)

    • One $35 gift card per person, store preference provided 

    When does everything happen?

    Sponsor sign–up begins in mid-September. Project Bethlehem starts receiving family’s wishes in mid-October. Matching begins as soon as we have a pool of family referrals and continues on a rolling basis. Once matched with a family, sponsors are given a drop off date 2-3 weeks later to deliver all wrapped gifts back to Lazarus House.   

    Where do wrapped gifts get delivered?

    Project Bethlehem is located at 412 Hampshire Street in Lawrence. All gifts will be delivered and picked up from this location.   

    Why so many gift cards?

    Project Bethlehem provides gift cards instead of physical gifts for adults to honor individuals’ dignity of choice. 

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    “Thank you, angels. I just wanted to say how grateful I am. (My kids) love the toys. They kept saying how blessed we were when opening their presents. I can’t believe people are so kind… to go buy the specific toys the kids want. Thank you so much, and God Bless you all!”
    A 2023 Project Bethlehem Recipient
    A 2023 Project Bethlehem Recipient
    “I always underestimate how long it takes to do this project… But as soon as I drop off the boxes, I feel so much JOY! Heartfelt thanks for all you do for Project Bethlehem.”
    A longtime Project Bethlehem donor...
    A longtime Project Bethlehem donor...
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