Santa Foundation Annual Gala scheduled for Friday, October 2

Dear Friends of the Santa Foundation,

The holiday season is almost here—and we can’t think of a better way to kick it off than by celebrating with the community that makes our mission possible!

Please join us for the Santa Foundation Annual Gala!

📅 Friday, October 2, 2026

🕕 6:00–10:00 PM

📍 Franklin Elks Lodge

🎟️ Tickets: $60 per person

It’s always a wonderful evening filled with great food, live music and raffles. New this year, we’re adding a sports-themed silent auction, as well as a live auction featuring some incredible prizes. It will be a magical evening—all while raising critical funds to help local families during the holidays.

Last year, the Santa Foundation provided holiday assistance to 860 families and more than 3,500 individuals across 34 communities. The need continues to grow, but together we can make a meaningful difference for families who need a little extra support during the holiday season.

✨ And Another Fun Way to Support Us This Year… Our Golden Ticket Raffle!

You do not need to attend the Gala to participate!

Only 100 Golden Tickets will be sold for $50 each, giving you incredible odds at winning one of three premium prizes:

🏔️ A 3-Night Stowe, Vermont Getaway — donated by the Kucich Family

🔥 A Premium Backyard Smokeless Fire Pit Experience — donated by Colonial Enterprises.

💇‍♀️ A Year of Beauty — donated by B’Luxe Hair & Makeup Studio

Three winners. Only 100 tickets.

Whether you join us at the Gala, purchase a Golden Ticket, or simply help us spread the word, you are helping the Santa Foundation continue a tradition that has always been at the heart of our organization:

Community helping community.

🎟️ PURCHASE GALA TICKETS:

https://www.sfjoy.org/products-and-events/p/the-santa-foundation-gala-october-2nd

✨ PURCHASE A GOLDEN TICKET:

https://www.sfjoy.org/products-and-events/p/golden-ticket-raffle

We hope you’ll join us on October 2nd as we celebrate the generosity of our community and officially begin another season of bringing joy, hope, and a little Christmas magic to local families.

With gratitude,

The Santa Foundation

Community Helping Community

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 ???

Wednesday, June 17

11:00am Franklin Q&A (Franklin Senior Center & remote)

1:00pm "Where's the Toast?" Memory Cafe (Franklin Senior Center)

4:00pm Open House (Norfolk County Registry of Deeds)

4:00pm Stop The Bleed (Franklin Fire Department)

6:30pm Bingo night (Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub)

6:30pm Franklin Elks Bingo Night (Franklin Elks Lodge #2136)

6:30pm Santa Foundation Bingo Fundraiser (Legends Sports Bar & Grille)

7:00pm Norfolk County District Attorney Debate (Medway High School)

7:00pm Smarty Pants Trivia (Raillery Public House)

For additional details on Library events ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->   

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9195/May-2026-Newsletter?bidId=

*** Town Meetings today ***

Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, June 17 Time: 6:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-2368 

250th Anniversary Celebration Committee (added 6/15/26)

Wednesday, June 17, 2026  Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-2369

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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx

The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

Save the date for the Santa Foundation Bingo Fundraiser - Weds, June 17

Save the date for the Santa Foundation Bingo Fundraiser - Weds, June 17

"BINGO... with a TWIST!

We're putting a Santa Foundation spin on a classic favorite, and trust us... this isn't your average bingo night!

What do you think the "twist" might be?

We'll give you a hint: there will be plenty of fun, lots of laughs, and prizes with a Santa Foundation twist!"

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Santa Foundation Bingo scheduled for June 17

What do Bingo and Baseball have in common? 

We’re getting excited for our Santa Foundation Bingo Fundraiser on June 17th — where every game brings fun, community, and prizes. Someone will be winning Red Sox tickets! 

Grab your lucky bingo dauber, bring your friends, and join us for a night of laughs, prizes, and giving back.

Who’s feeling lucky? Get your tickets! 

@everyone

https://www.sfjoy.org/products-and-events

Redsox luckywinner

Save the date for the Santa Foundation Bingo Fundraiser - Weds, June 17

Additional information to come

Save the date for the Santa Foundation Bingo Fundraiser - Weds, June 17

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Santa Foundation: Transparency, Gratitude & Our 2026 Gala Plans

Dear Friends and Supporters, Like all nonprofits, raising funds is essential to sustaining our work—but just as important, is maintaining the trust of our community. We are proud to share that Santa F Dear Friends and Supporters, Like all nonprofits, raising funds is essential to sustaining our work—but just as important, is maintaining the trust of our community. We are proud to share that Santa Foundation has earned Platinum Transparency on Candid, reflecting our commitment to openness and accountability in everything we do. Candid is a nonprofit organization that collects and provides trusted data and insights about nonprofits. It helps donors understand organizations’ missions, finances, and impact so they can make more informed giving decisions. You can view our profile here: https://app.candid.org/profile/7055151/santa-foundation-inc-20-5564341/?pkId=a67f3638-081e-4144-9701-6ed780943c50&activeTab=4 We hope this recognition strengthens confidence in our mission and helps open doors to new donations, grants, and fundraising opportunities. Looking ahead, we’re excited to share that our Annual Gala is scheduled for October 2, 2026 — our largest fundraising event of the year. Planning is already underway, and we are currently seeking support for raffle and live auction donations. If you, your business, or someone you know may be able to contribute an item, experience, or service, we would truly appreciate hearing from you. Some examples include: ~$150 items Themed gift baskets (coffee, self-care, local favorites) Family activity packages (mini golf, bowling, arcade) Local restaurant or business gift certificates $400–$500 items Photography sessions Spa or wellness packages Concert, theater, or sports tickets $2,000+ experiences Weekend getaway or Airbnb (on or off season) Private chef or curated dining experience NYC/Boston show, dinner, hotel package Many of our most successful auction items come from community connections and simple acts of generosity—often sparked by someone asking, “How can I help?” If you would like to donate, sponsor, or talk through ideas, please reply to this email. Every contribution, large or small, directly supports Santa Foundation programs and the families we serve. Thank you for your continued support and for being such an important part of our community. We look forward to connecting with you and hope to see you at our upcoming events. With gratitude, Santa Foundation 275 Washington St, Franklin MA, USA Powered by Squarespace

Almost time for our 2nd Annual Santa Foundation Bowling Event! - March 29

Will we see you at North Bowl 3-29? ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ Almost time for our 2nd Annual Santa Foundation Bowling Event! Next Sunday – March 29 North Bowl, 71 E Washington Street, North Attleboro Check-in begins at 4:00 PM If you've already signed up — THANK YOU! We look forward to seeing you there. We've reserved additional lanes, so there's still time to join the fun: https://www.sfjoy.org/products/p/bowling-event Your entry fee includes bowling, shoe rental, pizza, and soft drinks. North Bowl also has a full-service bar and additional food available for purchase. Bring a Toy – Get a Free Raffle Ticket! To earn a free raffle ticket and provide extra support to the Santa Foundation, please bring a new infant or toddler toy, hat, or stocking stuffer. Items that are especially helpful include: • Hats • Sorting toys • Soft crinkle books • Bath toys • Baby wipes • Baby lotion These younger-age items are often in short supply and make a big difference for the families we serve. Can't attend? You can still help! You can order directly from our Amazon Wishlist and have items shipped to the Foundation: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2OYU8G1Z3HZA4/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex Thank you for helping us continue our mission of bringing joy and hope to families during the holidays. — The Santa Foundation 275 Washington St, Franklin MA, USA Powered by Squarespace

Get your lane for the 2nd Annual Bowling Fundraiser for the Santa Foundation - March 29, 2026

2nd Annual Bowling Fundraiser for
 the Santa Foundation - March 29, 2026

We are 10% to our goal… and we need YOU to help us hit it 

For our 2nd Annual Bowling Fundraiser for the Santa Foundation, we are aiming to fill 20 lanes — and we’re already picturing the energy, the laughter, and the friendly competition!

This isn’t just a bowling night.

It’s:

• Strikes and spares (or lots of gutter balls — no judgment!)
• Fun prizes
• Good food
• Great connection
• And most importantly — real support for local families

Every lane filled helps us continue bringing joy, relief, and hope to families in our community.

So here’s the challenge:

• Grab your friends.
• Gather your coworkers.
• Bring your family.
• Fill a lane.

Let’s make this year even bigger and better than last year!

Who’s ready to help us reach 20 lanes? Drop a 🎳 below if you’re in — or tag your team!

Register here: https://www.sfjoy.org/events

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Save the Date! for Santa Foundation Bowling Fundraiser - March 29, 2026

Santa Foundation Bowling Fundraiser - March 29, 2026

Save the Date!

It may feel early, but after a long winter, it’ll be so nice to have a fun, family-friendly event to look forward to!

Join us on March 29 for a bowling fundraiser filled with:

•  Bowling fun
•  Raffles
•  Food & drinks
•  Great connections and community

Mark your calendars and start inviting friends and family—registration will be available soon!

More details coming your way!

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FHS girls basketball community night scheduled for Dec 16

Save the Date: 

FHS girls basketball community night scheduled for Dec 16

Next Tuesday, December 16th, the FHS Girls basketball team will host COMMUNITY NIGHT & Donations for The Santa Foundation. 

Join us at the FHS Gym as we celebrate all levels of the Franklin Basketball Community and support the Santa Foundation. We will be collecting NEW BASKETBALL donations size 5, 6 or 7 for The Santa Foundation!

Wear your FHS colors and cheer on the JV girls in their game vs Oliver Ames at 5pm followed by Varsity at 6:30. 

The concession stand will be open and we will have limited FHS basketball swag for sale! Hope to see you all there!

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RAYDIO Announces Annual Holiday Toy Drive At The Doubletree In Milford

Community invited to help “Stuff the Bus” for local families in need this holiday season

Local internet radio station Raydio is once again bringing the community together for a great cause with Raydio’s Holiday Toy Drive, happening Black Friday weekend, November 28th through November 30th, outside the DoubleTree by Hilton in Milford.

RAYDIO Announces Annual Holiday Toy Drive At The Doubletree In Milford

The event kicks off at 10 AM on Friday, November 28th, and runs through 5 PM on Sunday, November 30th, as Raydio teams up with the community to stuff a big Vendetti School Bus full of toys for The Santa Foundation, Santa’s Porch, Toys for Kids & Teens, and the Milford Youth Center. Donations of new, unwrapped toys are encouraged to help brighten the holidays for local families in need.

In addition to toy donations, Raydio is also seeking “Shopping Spree Sponsors.”

With a $100 cash donation, Raydio will do the shopping on your behalf — making it easy for individuals and businesses to give back even if they can’t make it in person.

“This event really captures what Raydio is all about,” said Ray Auger, owner and operator of Raydio. “It’s our way of giving back to the community that supports us all year long. Every toy, every donation — it all helps make the season a little brighter for local kids.”

All event details, including drop-off times and sponsor information, can be found on the Raydio Holiday Toy Drive event page on Facebook.

Let’s come together as a community to make the holidays merry and meaningful — one toy at a time.

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About Raydio:

Raydio is a community-driven online radio station based in the Greater Milford Area, featuring upbeat music, local news, and community-focused programming. With features like Hot Happenings, The Local Vibe, and Virtual High Fives, Raydio celebrates the people, businesses, and stories that make local life special.

Santa Foundation: The 2025 Calendar Raffle is here!

Enter to win each day of November while supporting your community. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ The 2025 Calendar Raffle is here! Buy your calendar today for a chance to win each day in November while supporting your community! The Santa Foundation 275 Washington St Franklin MA USA Powered by Squarespace

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, October 3, 2025 ??

Friday, October 3

Library & Senior Center events

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Tom Abbott (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

4:00pm Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

6:00pm Santa Foundation Gala (Franklin Elks Lodge #2136)

For additional details on Library events ->    https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->        

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

**  NO Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening in Franklin, MA

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar