The Santa Train

The Santa Train departs Chattanooga State Community College in Chattanooga at sunset Christmas Eve and winds its way through the city on its annual mission of kindness!  We have our red and blue lights flashing, sirens wailing, horns tooting, and Christmas carols played over the loud speakers, while Santa waves at people on the street. We are greeted by enthusiastic waves, smiles and blown kisses!  

Ten of the neediest families have been selected to receive a personal delivery of toys from Santa Claus via the Santa Train. As the Santa Train stops in the street in front of a pre-selected house, there is always a lot of  excitement, children jumping and laughing,  and neighbors come outside to cheer and mingle with Santa and Santa Train passengers as they all converge on the selected house.

Although the parents have been foretold and prepared, their surprised children stand at the front door in amazement, bright smiles and eyes full of wonder as Santa Claus enters the scene. He is followed by policemen and firemen carrying boxes of toys  AND FOOD for a wholesome Christmas Day dinner.  Hardly a dry eye can be found as the children hold the new toys.  The children are hugging and kissing Santa.  You can see that they just knew that Santa would not forget them.

There are no words that adequately describe that special feeling.  Christmas is truly a time for children, for sharing with others and speading the love of Jesus of Christ.  In this moment we reveal the true meaning of Christmas as we honor the birth of the Christ child.

There are so many other needy children, who sadly, we are unable to help! Our resources are limited.  We could use your help.  Please consider making a donation, hosting a fundraiser, getting a toy box and/or supporting and attending one of our events.