Great Christmas Give Back - Family Edition

You can help make someone’s Christmas a bit better during the Christmas season. With the Great Christmas Give Back, nominate a family you know that could use some extra help this Christmas season. We will select 10 families to receive a $250 cash card during the week of December 1st to the 5th.

WINNERS THIS YEAR:

Dec. 1 AM WINNER - Amanda Nichols - Overbrook, KS, Nominated by Valerie St. John
"Amanda is facing serious health challenges that keep her from working, and the family is struggling to cover basic expenses and provide Christmas for their three girls. Support would help with essentials and allow them to give the kids a meaningful Christmas."

Dec. 1 PM WINNER - Curtis Demars - Salina, KS, Nominated by Jason Demars
"Curtis is a devoted single father and teacher who has faced financial strain after a difficult divorce. He works hard, lives with limited means, and pours generously into his students and community. Support would help ease his financial burden and bless his family this Christmas."

Dec. 2 AM WINNER - DeLina Perry - Salina, KS, Nominated by Lydia Lund
"DeLina is a devoted single mom caring for several children, including an infant with special needs. She works tirelessly to provide for her family and teach them about faith and love. Support would help ease her financial burden this Christmas."

Dec. 2 PM WINNER - Elisha Hamilton - Liberal, KS, Nominated by Vernon Waide
"Elisha is a dedicated single mother raising two children after a tragic loss in their family. She works multiple jobs to provide for her children, making personal sacrifices to meet their needs. Support would help her family with Christmas essentials and bring comfort during a difficult time."

Dec. 3 AM WINNER - Austin & Maddie Strunk - Junction City, KS, Nominated by Joan Christner
"Austin and Maddie are raising four daughters, including a premature newborn who has grown well despite a rough start. They’ve faced medical and vehicle expenses this year. Support would help ease financial strain and provide a brighter Christmas for their family."

Dec. 3 PM WINNER - Joshua Zumbrunn & Miranda Walding - Wakefield, KS, Nominated by Cathy Zumbrunn
"Joshua and Miranda are young parents caring for three children, including a child with type 1 diabetes and ongoing medical needs. Miranda is experiencing health complications with her third pregnancy. Support would help ease stress and provide a brighter Christmas for the family."

Dec. 4 AM WINNER - Reyna Peters - Dodge City, KS, Nominated by Kristie Ingland
"Reyna and Nik are parents of three children, with another expected in February. Reyna has a high-risk pregnancy and health challenges, while Nik works full-time and Reyna runs a small home business. They’ve faced financial struggles this year, and support would bring relief and joy to their family this Christmas."

Dec. 4 PM WINNER - Brian Tripp - Aline, OK, Nominated by Nancy Anthony
"Brian and his family have faced many challenges this year, including caring for a newborn with spina bifida who has required multiple surgeries and hospital stays. They have a 3-year-old at home and limited financial resources. Support would help them with daily needs and provide comfort during the holidays."

Dec. 5 AM WINNER - Karen Gonzales - Laverne, OK, Nominated by Becky Watson
"Steve and Karen are raising three children, including a 4-year-old daughter recently diagnosed with a brainstem tumor. The family has faced immense medical and emotional challenges this year. Support would help them meet daily needs and bring comfort during the holidays."

Dec. 5 PM WINNER - Johnathan Smith - Ulysses, KS, Nominated by Tina Ochoa
"Johnathan and Christina’s 15-year-old son, Jai, passed away following a serious accident. The family is facing emotional and financial challenges, and support would help them manage daily needs and provide comfort during this difficult time."