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The State Employees’ Association’s Operation Santa Claus program has been a beacon of hope and joy for children in need across New Hampshire SINCE 1960. This volunteer-led initiative ensures that approximately 3,000 children who might otherwise go without receive gifts every holiday season, regardless of their circumstances. Our mission is simple yet profound: to bring smiles and happiness to these children during the festive Christmas season, a time that should be filled with joy for all.

Operation Santa Claus Launches “Elves on Wheels” Motorcycle Ride to Bring Holiday Magic to New Hampshire Children

Operation Santa Claus is inviting motorcycle enthusiasts, community members, and supporters from across New Hampshire to join the inaugural Elves on Wheels motorcycle ride on Saturday, July 25, 2026, a Christmas-in-July event dedicated to helping brighten the holidays for children in need.

The event will begin at 33 Hazen Drive in Concord, with registration open from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Riders will depart at 11:00 a.m., traveling through southern New Hampshire before concluding at the Auburn Pitts in Auburn for lunch, raffles, prizes, and festivities.

Organized by Operation Santa Claus volunteers, Elves on Wheels supports the organization’s mission of bringing holiday joy to more than 3,000 children across New Hampshire each year. Every registration helps provide gifts and holiday assistance to children and families during the holiday season.

“Elves on Wheels combines the excitement of a summer motorcycle ride with the spirit of giving that defines Operation Santa Claus,” said Heather Wood, Organization Chair. “It’s an opportunity for riders and supporters to come together, have fun, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of New Hampshire children.”

Participants will enjoy:

  • Coffee and donuts before the ride
  • A commemorative event token
  • Event sponsorship decal
  • Door prize entry
  • A special visit from Winni, the Department of Safety comfort dog
  • A bagpiper welcome
  • Reserved motorcycle parking
  • BBQ lunch
  • Cash bar
  • “12 Days of Christmas” raffles and prizes
  • Plenty of holiday cheer—despite the summer temperatures

Registration is $40 for riders and $55 for riders with a passenger.

Whether you’re an experienced rider or simply looking for a unique way to support a worthy cause, Elves on Wheels offers an unforgettable day of camaraderie, community, and giving back.

For registration information and event details, visit https://seiu1984.org/operation-santa-claus/ OR SCAN THE CODE.

Jingles Jolly Jackpot Raffle – Win $5,000

Enter the Jingles Jolly Jackpot raffle for your chance to win $5,000 while supporting children in need this holiday season. Every $75 ticket helps sponsor a child—making this a chance to give back and win big.

Only 250 raffle tickets are available, so don’t wait—once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Raffle Details:

  • $5,000 grand prize
  • $75 per ticket
  • Limited to 250 tickets
  • Must be 18+ to enter
  • Winner drawn once all tickets are sold
  • Cash, check, or Venmo accepted

Secure your ticket today by contacting comms@seiu1984.org.

Don’t Miss Out on This Holiday Raffle

Join our holiday raffle fundraiser and help fill Santa’s sleigh while entering to win cash. Limited tickets available—act fast!

DONATE!

Each year, we serve over 3000 children from Berlin to Nashua, Portsmouth to Keene, with the sole assistance of generous volunteers.

Each child’s sponsorship cost $75, and your generosity can make all the difference. If you can spare $75 to sponsor a child, please consider making a donation to this worthy cause. Your support can help bring smiles and hope to those who need it most.

The success of Operation Santa relies on contributions from businesses, state agencies, and individuals, and we truly appreciate any assistance you can provide. 

Thank you for your consideration and support of Operation Santa Claus during this critical time. Together, we can make a child’s holiday brighter.

To learn more about how you can support OSC, click here.

Every year since 1960, SEA/SEIU Local 1984’s volunteer-led Operation Santa Claus program has operated with your support.  Check out our stories below.

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An undertaking of this size requires time and money: this program is driven by volunteers and funded by your financial contributions. Simply put, we couldn’t do this without you. Read on to find out how you can get involved. You can make a contribution right now by clicking the button below:

About Operation Santa Claus

Our program works with the state Department of Health and Human Services to identify children in need of help. In this way, DHHS serves as the intake organization, which means we can only help children who have received state services. We help children in every part of New Hampshire – around 3,000 each year.

DHHS staff provide case sheets with some basic information and gift suggestions, and Operation Santa Claus volunteers organize these case sheets and distribute them to sponsors. The sponsors then shop for the gifts and bring them to a designated drop-off location – the locations include a central hub in Concord and DHHS district offices around the state. When all the gifts are in and accounted for in Concord, volunteers from the National Guard load up their trucks and deliver the packages to DHHS district offices. From there, the caseworkers who started the process get the gifts to families.

All are welcome to help. For the most part, the volunteer work is done by SEA/SEIU Local 1984 members, but you can get involved by filling out the form at the bottom of this page.

  • State, municipal, county workers
  • Individuals
  • NH businesses and schools
  • Recreational clubs
  • Community groups

  • Sponsor a child or children
  • Fundraise at work to sponsor multiple children
  • Make a monetary donation
  • Donate goods and services to OSC for fundraising
  • Invite OSC to your workplace or community group
  • Be part of the planning

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