At Joy to the Children, we firmly believe that every child deserves to experience the wonder and joy of Christmas.
We understand that many families in our community face economic hardships and may struggle to provide a festive celebration for their children. That’s why our primary purpose is to host a special Christmas Day celebration that goes above and beyond to create cherished memories and alleviate some of the burdens faced by these families.
Joy To The Children is a 501c3 Non-Profit organization.
Our primary purpose is to host a celebration on Christmas Day for children of economically disadvantaged families in Nassau County, FL.
Joy to the Children will actively champion other activities that assist children in need.
We believe that everyone has the power to make a difference in the lives of economically disadvantaged children and their families. If you are looking for ways to spread joy, bring smiles, and create magical memories, you’ve come to the right place.
By getting involved with Joy To The Children, you have the opportunity to be a part of our mission to provide a memorable Christmas Day celebration and essential support for those in need.
Participate in a rewarding experience that allows you to directly impact the lives of economically disadvantaged children and their families during the holiday season.
Make a world of difference in bringing smiles, happiness, and essential support to economically disadvantaged children and their families, ensuring they have a joyful and memorable Christmas.
Make a direct and meaningful impact on a child's life by purchasing a gift from our Amazon wishlist, and bring joy and happiness to a child in need during the holiday season.
Whether you choose to volunteer your time, make a donation, or contribute in other ways, your involvement will make a meaningful impact and help us create a brighter future for these deserving children.
Together, let’s share the true spirit of Christmas and make a positive difference in our community.
Celebrate Christmas in July with JOY to the Children at The Green Turtle in Fernandina Beach!
Join us for a fun summer evening featuring food, games, raffles, lottery trees, and plenty of community spirit… all while helping create a brighter Christmas for economically disadvantaged children throughout Nassau County.
Bring a new, unwrapped toy or a new set of twin-size sheets and receive a complimentary drink.
Our virtual silent auction will run July 19–21, 2026, featuring gift certificates, experiences, baskets, local favorites, and more. Winning bidders can pick up their auction items during the live gathering.
Virtual Silent Auction
Location: Online
Start: 2027 dates to be determined
End: 2027 dates to be determined
Live Event Details
Location: The Green Turtle, Fernandina Beach
Date: 2027 date to be determined
Time: TBD
Come enjoy a meaningful evening with friends, support local children, and help us bring a little Christmas magic to summer
Purchase your tickets, choose the prizes you would love to win, and help make Christmas brighter for local children!
Guests can enter to win donated baskets, gift certificates, local experiences, and other exciting prizes. Simply place your raffle tickets in the entry boxes for the items you want most.
You can also participate in our special 50/50 drawing. Tickets are $20 each, and the winner does not need to be present. The winning ticket will be drawn during the Christmas in July gathering at The Green Turtle.
All proceeds support JOY to the Children and our mission of helping economically disadvantaged children throughout Nassau County.
If vou have an interest in becoming a board member, we would love to hear from you! Our board is passionate about the mission of our organization and wants to ensure that our work continues to make a positive impact in Nassau County, Florida
P.O. BOX 16404 Fernandina Beach, FL 32035
Have an idea or a suggestion for us? Drop us a line!
Joy to the Children, Inc., is an organization with the primary purpose to host a celebration on Christmas Day for children of economically disadvantaged families in Nassau County, FL; Joy to the Children, Inc. will actively champion other activities that assist children in need.
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