Let's Embrace the Spirit of Giving and Holiday Cheer through our

Adopt-a-Family for the Holidays
What’s better than sharing the magic of the holidays with a family in need? During this holiday season, we are happy to spread the gift of giving through our Adopt-a-Family program, in which we bring joy and hope to deserving families and children by helping make their holiday wishes come true. Through this initiative, Marlene's Kaleidoscope fosters a spirit of giving and community connection, ensuring that every family has the opportunity to celebrate the holidays with joy and gratitude. Families can apply to be considered, but hurry—applications are due soon and this is first come first served! Let’s make this season unforgettable, together!
Thanksgiving Adopt-a-Family
Notification of Status: November 15th​
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Christmas Adopt-a-Family
Notification of Status: December 15th​
Deadline to Apply is November 30th!
Application Guidelines:
Our Adopt-a-Family Holiday Program is designed to bring joy and support to individuals and families living with lupus or lupus-related autoimmune diseases, who are facing hardships and might otherwise not have the means to celebrate the holiday season. We assist eligible families on a first-come, first-served basis. Priority is given to families based on household size and income level. This program is exclusively open to members of the Lupus Warriors community residing in the following counties in Missouri and Kansas: Cass, Jackson, Clay, Platte, Lafayette, Allen, Johnson, and Wyandotte.
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Selected families will receive gifts and necessities from their individual wish lists. Please note that needs will be prioritized over wants. Large items, such as gaming consoles and electronics, cannot be accommodated.