Share the joy! Holidays for Little Huskers is a program providing gifts and personal items to the children of current UNL students during the winter holiday season - at no cost to parents and guardians.
UNL students submit information about their children/dependents and are subsequently matched with a gift donor. Arrangements for gift drop-off and pickup are coordinated by the Gender and Sexuality Center staff.
Information and details for 2024 Holidays for Little Huskers will be available July 1, 2024.
Donor Signup opens September 24, 2024.
Child Signup opens October 1, 2024.
Questions? Send a message to littlehuskers@unl.edu.
Donors
- September 24 – October 31, 2024 | Donor sign-up period. Closes at 5 p.m. Oct 31.
Donor Signup is now closed for 2024. - November 1–4, 2024 | Donor notification. You will receive an email with descriptions and details of the gifts to purchase.
- November 5–26, 2024 | Gift Drop-off from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday–Friday in Nebraska Union, Room 340.
FAQs for Donors
How much should I budget for purchasing gifts?
You should budget $150 per child. You will purchase a minimum of three items per child as well as one item for the parent/guardian.
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.
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.
Can I donate money, gift cards, or items without being matched with a child?
Yes, we are happy to work with you to benefit the children in a way that works for you. Send the HFLH team a message at littlehuskers@unl.edu explaining how or what you wish to donate.
Parents and Guardians
- October 1–31, 2024 | Child sign-up period. Closes at 5 p.m. Oct 31. You need an Amazon Wishlist for each child you register. How to make an Amazon Wishlist
- December 9–13, 2024 | Gift pick-up period is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily in Nebraska Union, Room 340. You don't need to arrange a specific time, just drop by at your convenience during the open hours.
Child Signup is closed for 2023.
For questions and inquiries, send a message to littlehuskers@unl.edu
FAQs for Parents/Guardians and Children
Do I have to be a current UNL student to participate in Holidays for Little Huskers?
Yes. The program is limited to current student parents and guardians currently enrolled at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln.
Is there an age limit to participate?
Yes. Children must be 18 years or younger to participate in the HFLH program.
How many gifts can I request for my child?
You should request at least three items per child and the total value of the wishlist cannot exceed $150. Donors will purchase a minimum of three items per child as well as one item for the parent/guardian. There is no guarantee a child will receive all items on their wishlist.
My partner is the student parent/guardian. Can I sign up on their behalf?
No. The student parent/guardian must register for themself so the HFLH team can contact the participant if there are questions.
Can I sign up my child after the October 31 deadline?
Unfortunately, No. Parents and guardians need to sign up by 5 p.m. October 31, 2024. This allows time for your child(en) to be matched with a donor and for the donor to purchase/acquire the gifts.
Will the gifts be delivered to parents/guardians?
No. The Gender and Sexuality Center is unable to mail or deliver gifts to student parents and guardians. You are responsible for picking up gifts on the designated pick-up dates. You will receive an email reminder about these dates and times.
How to create an Amazon Wishlist
Note: A separate wishlist should be set up for each child you are registering for HFLH.
You may request a maximum of 6 items per child.
Creating a wishlist
- Go to Account & Lists and select Your Lists.
- Select Create a List .
- Name the list with the child’s first and last name, followed by underscore HFLH (ex. Maddie Brown_HFLH).
- Click button Create List.
Adding gift items to the wishlist
- Search for an item on Amazon.
- On the item’s detailed page, find Add to List and select the named list. Item is now on the wishlist.
Sharing the wishlist with HFLH
- Go to Account & Lists.
- Select the list with your child’s name (ex. Maddie Brown_HFLH).
- Select the button + invite.
- Select View Only. Note: Anyone with a link can access your list without making changes.
- Select Copy Link.
- Paste link into the Question 6 textbox on the HFLH participant signup form.