Volunteers at Christmas House are already at work to help Potter County families celebrate the Christmas season. Christmas House has a long tradition of helping those in need throughout the county by providing Christmas gifts to children and teenagers.

 “ Our letters have gone out to school nurses, caseworkers, clergy and others who have provided us with the names of Potter County individuals and families in need in past years,” says Dawn Newton who coordinates the effort. Individuals are also welcome to submit their names by calling Christmas House at (814) 274) 0825 and leaving a detailed message with your contact information or by stopping in our headquarters between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday. 

“We’ve extended our deadline to November 22 as the last date to register but want to make every effort to register families for the program so if you know of a family who might benefit, please let them know about our efforts,” Newton says.

An all-volunteer non-profit organization, Christmas House is supported by the generosity of people who recognize the great need in our community. Support comes from monetary donations as well as toys, books, gift cards, hats, mittens – all of which find their way under Christmas trees across the county. “We know funds are tight for many people this season, but we also know the generous hearts of our community. We thank you in advance for your support in keeping a Christmas tradition alive,” says a spokesperson.

This year there is a special need for toys and other gifts that would be welcomed by teens of both genders.

Christmas House is located in the basement of the Presbyterian Church at 402 N. Main Street in Coudersport. Mailing address is PO Box 716, Coudersport PA 16915.