The Fannin County Empty Stocking Program, Inc., provides Christmas to the underprivileged children of Fannin County.  We provide a winter coat, two outfits of clothing, a package of socks, a pair of shoes, a package of underwear, and at least three toys/wish list items to every child.  Since 2014, we have provided Christmas to 5,558 Fannin County children.  ​​​

The 2026 Christmas Donation Application process will be held on Wednesday, November 18, Thursday, November 19, and Friday, November 20, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., at the United Community Bank Community Room in Blue Ridge (next to Burger King).  Applicants must apply in person at the times listed above.  

Please click here for information on the Christmas Donation process for 2026.

The Fannin County Empty Stocking Program, Inc. was founded in 1996.  The organization has a volunteer board of directors that assists the children of Fannin County year-round, especially at Christmas.  The organization started with the goal of providing Christmas to the kids in our community, but has expanded to other areas in the past ten years.  

Besides Christmas, the organization also awards scholarships to seniors at Fannin County High School each year.   Of all the donations we give each year, being able to award these scholarships is one of our favorite ways to help the children in our community. 

Throughout the year, we assist with other needs of Fannin County children, including donations to Fannin County schools, civic/community organizations that share our vision of improving the lives of Fannin County children, and we assist in cases of house fires, parent deaths, medical expenses, and other unforeseen tragedies.  

Please click here for more information on the types of donations The Fannin County Empty Stocking Program, Inc. provides to help the children of Fannin County.

The Fannin County Empty Stocking Program, Inc. is excited to announce a new way we will be supporting the children of Fannin County, effective January 2026.  

We are proud to serve as the Local Program Partner for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Fannin County. This renowned literacy program provides free, high-quality, age-appropriate books delivered directly to children’s homes each month, from birth until age five.  

To help make this opportunity available to local families, the Fannin County Empty Stocking Program, Inc. will contribute $2.60 per month for each enrolled Fannin County child. This investment ensures that children across our community can build a love of reading and develop strong early literacy skills at no cost to their families.  

We are beyond excited to launch this incredible program and bring the joy of books into homes throughout Fannin County.  

Parents and/or guardians can register their children by visiting www.imaginationlibrary.com.  

Please help us share this great opportunity with your family and friends.