Addison Holiday Giving Guide: Local Ways to Support

The holidays are a special time in Addison, filled with bright lights, festive events, and a whole lot of community spirit. It is also the perfect season to give back. Whether you want to volunteer your time, support a local nonprofit, donate food or toys, or simply spread a little kindness, there are plenty of meaningful ways to help your neighbors. This guide highlights easy, impactful ways to give back in Addison and make a difference this holiday season.

Dolce Paradiso

Help spread holiday joy by contributing to Dolce Paradiso’s annual toy drive. They are collecting new, unwrapped toys for children from birth to 8 years old, which will be gifted to families served by The Warren Center in early December.

A donation box is available in the lobby now through December 5. Guests who bring in a toy to donate will receive 20% off their order at the cafe. Give joy and get a little joy in return.

Lazy Dog

Lazy Dog is partnering with Habitat for Humanity on a special holiday project that blends festive fun with meaningful impact. For a limited time, guests can order a DIY Gingerbread House Kit for takeout or delivery for just $7.50. And here is the sweet part: every kit purchased helps support Habitat for Humanity’s work in building homes for families in need. 100% of the net proceeds from each kit go directly to local homebuilding efforts.

Sasha's Kitchen & Cocktails

A Pink and Crimson Holiday Social Toy Drive will take place on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 6 PM to 10 PM at Sasha’s Kitchen and Cocktails, 14865 Inwood Rd. This festive event features great food, cocktails, a live DJ, and a fun social atmosphere.

Entry requires an unwrapped toy and/or a $20 donation (Zelle, credit, or cash accepted). Seating and standing space are first-come, first-served. All toys will be distributed through the Larry Johnson Recreation Center to families in the community.

Golden Chick

Golden Chick is making it easy for Addison residents to satisfy their sweet tooth and give back this fall. Now in its third year, the brand’s Mini Funnel Cakes are more than just a fan-favorite treat; they’re fueling support for local schools. From now through Jan. 4, 10% of each order will be donated to schools in the Addison area, helping fund classroom supplies, field trips, and campus projects.