This Giving Tuesday, Make the Holidays Brighter with Sykesville’s Happy-Thon

On this Giving Tuesday, we invite you to join us in spreading joy, warmth, and hope right here in our community.

For the past 10 years, the Sykesville Happy-Thon Holiday event has made the season brighter for local families. What started in 2015 by helping just 14 families has grown into a powerful tradition—thanks to the kindness of neighbors like you.

🌟 Your Impact Last Year

In 2024, together we raised $15,881—enough to:

• Provide gifts and warm clothing for 65 children

  Give each child's family a gift card for groceries

• Fund field trips for Sykesville Middle School students, creating opportunities they wouldn’t otherwise have 

Every dollar given goes directly toward making the holidays magical for children in need, identified by the caring counselors at Piney Ridge Elementary and Sykesville Middle School.

🎄 Why Giving Tuesday Matters

Giving Tuesday is about more than donations—it’s about coming together as a community to show love and care. When you give to the Happy-Thon, you’re doing more than providing presents—you’re creating memories, connection, and hope for children who may otherwise go without.

The campaign culminates in a joyful holiday celebration where kids receive gifts, enjoy festive treats, and experience the magic of Santa Claus on the porch of the Townhouse.

💌 How You Can Give Today

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 82-3150093), all donations to the DSC are fully tax-deductible.

Ways to contribute this Giving Tuesday:

• By Check: Note “2025 Happy-Thon” in the memo and mail to:
  7611 Main St, Sykesville, MD 21784

• Online Donation: Use THIS LINK and add “2025 Happy-Thon” in the comment section.

💙 Together, We Can Do Even More

This Giving Tuesday, help us surpass last year’s impact and bring holiday joy to even more families in 2025. Your generosity ensures that every child in Sykesville feels embraced, cared for, and celebrated this holiday season.

✨ Give today. Share the joy. Strengthen our community.