In 2023, the generosity of 117 donors fulfilled the gift wishes for 138 children from the ages 0 to 18 years.
Donors have a positive impact and bring joy to Student Parents. Read the words of gratitude expressed by students and families.
Every person and group can sponsor a child.
- UNL department and organizations
- Alumni, faculty, staff, and students
- Fraternities, sororities, and registered student organizations.
- Parents, local citizens, and neighbors.
- Business and community supporters.
- Civic, philanthropic, and social organizations.
- Nonprofit, charitable, and religious groups.
Donor Signup Dates
- September 24 – October 31, 2024
- Closes at 5 p.m. October 31
Donors must be local to Lincoln or the surrounding area.
How much should I budget for gifts?
Donors should budget $100 per child.
You will purchase a minimum of three items per child as well as one item for the parent/guardian.
Donor Notification
- November 1-4, 2024
- You will receive an email with an Amazon wish list and details of the gifts to purchase.
Gift drop-off days and location
- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | November 5–26, 2024
- Nebraska Union, Room 340
1400 R Street, Lincoln, NE View on map
* NEW * Drop-off days for East Campus donors
- 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. | November 7, 14, and 21, 2024
- Nebraska East Union, Garden Room
1705 Arbor Dr, Lincoln, NE View on map
Support without being a donor
We are happy to work with you to benefit the children in a way that works for you. Here are ways you can contribute to brightening the holidays for our little Huskers.
- Purchase items from the HFLH Wish List
- Provide gift cards to Walmart, Target, HyVee, or other grocery stores.
- Contribute to the Student Parent Support Fund at the University of Nebraska Foundation.
Questions? Send a message to littlehuskers@unl.edu
Additional FAQs
Can someone pick up the gifts from my office or home, instead of me dropping them off?
No, unfortunately. The Gender and Sexuality Center is unable to retrieve items from offices, departments, or homes. Donors need to drop off gifts November 5–26, 2024 at the Gender and Sexuality Center in Nebraska Union, Room 340.
Can I purchase items during Black Friday?
We recommend that gifts are purchased/acquired and dropped off prior to November 26 (This year, Black Friday is November 29 and Cyber Monday is December 2). By dropping off items prior to November 26, you are helping to ensure the gifts are organized and ready by December 9 for pick up by parents and guardians.
If you are purchasing on Amazon or other e-tail sites, we suggest making your purchases by November 20. This will allow time for delivery to your address and you can bring to the Gender and Sexuality Center by the November 26 deadline.
Can I ship gifts to the Gender and Sexuality Center?
No, unfortunately. The Gender and Sexuality Center cannot manage the number of packages delivered to the office.
What if I am not matched with a child?
Occasionally, we have more donors than children in the HFLH program. It is a rare occurrence, but it does happen in select years.
If you are not matched with a child, you will receive information to purchase optional items from the Holidays for Little Huskers wishlist to provide extra winter clothing, gloves, or self-care items for the child(ren) or student parents and guardians.