Is there really a Saint Nicholas?

Once upon a time, in the city of Patara, in what is now Turkey, there lived a kind-hearted man named Nicholas. Born to wealthy parents, Nicholas grew up with a strong faith in God and a deep desire to help those in need.

Nicholas's parents passed away when he was still young, leaving him a large inheritance. Instead of indulging in materialistic pleasures, Nicholas decided to use his wealth to assist the less fortunate. He dedicated his life to helping the poor, the sick, and the suffering.

There are countless stories associated with the generous deeds of St. Nicholas, but one of the most well-known tales is the story of the three unmarried daughters.

In Patara, there lived a poor man who had three daughters. In those times, a father was required to provide a dowry for each daughter to ensure their future marriages. Unfortunately, the man could not afford the dowries, putting his daughters' prospects at risk.

Upon hearing of the family's predicament, Nicholas decided to step in and help in secret. On three separate occasions, he visited the man's home under the cover of darkness and tossed a bag of gold through an open window, providing the dowries needed for the daughters.

The father, overwhelmed with gratitude, learned of Nicholas's involvement and wished to express his thanks. However, Nicholas insisted that his good deeds remain anonymous, asking the man to keep his actions a secret.

News of Nicholas's generosity quickly spread throughout the city and beyond. People started to whisper about a mysterious benefactor, who secretly helped those in need. The reputation of Nicholas's compassion and love for humanity started to grow.

Over time, Nicholas became a beloved figure and was bestowed with the title of "saint." His selfless acts of kindness and unwavering devotion to others made him a symbol of generosity and goodwill.

Throughout the years, many legends and customs have emerged around Saint Nicholas. In many countries, his feast day, December 6th, is celebrated with gift-giving and acts of charity. This tradition eventually inspired the modern-day figure of Santa Claus.

Today, Saint Nicholas is remembered as a symbol of love, compassion, and the joy of giving. His story serves as a reminder to all of us to be kind and generous, and to help those who are less fortunate, especially during the holiday season.

Is this some sort of Church, Charity or Religious Organization?

We are a group of broken and flawed people, living in a broken-world and we are simply attempting to share God’s love to children all over the world.

Where do the toys come from?

The toys are hand-crafted by talented artisans or purchased and many are donated. To maintain the integrity of Saint Nicholas, we only give brand new toys as gifts.

May we donate toys?

Only if the toys are brand new and you can identify the source where they originated. A receipt will be issued to you as an acknowledgement of receipt of your donation.