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Helping All With Kindness

Keeping the spirit of giving alive all year.

Joyful celebrations for families who have members with special needs — free carnival rides, a free meal, Santa, and fun, with free admission for every family.

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VIP Carnival 2026
Friday, September 11, 2026 · 5–8 p.m. · Free carnival rides & a free meal
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1,500+
guests each year at the VIP Carnival
400+
welcomed at VIP Christmas
100%
volunteer-run — no one is paid
$0
admission, always

What we do

Seasons of free celebration

Every event is built around the whole family — not just the individual — so no one is left waiting in the car.

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Sep 11, 2026

The VIP Carnival

Free carnival rides and a free meal for every guest. It began with 38 family members and now welcomes over 1,500 every year.

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Dec 11, 2026

VIP Christmas

Santa, elves, carolers, presents, food, and decorations take center stage for 400+ guests each December.

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Our story

It started with one simple question.

“Why don't we have an event focused on families — not just the individuals?” That question, more than a decade ago, grew into the VIP Carnival: 38 family members the first year, then 130, and now more than 1,500.

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Our mission

Free seasonal events so the spirit of giving found at Christmas lasts all year long.

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Every gift keeps an event free.

100% of what you give goes straight to rides, gifts, and food for families who need a day of pure joy. We're a registered 501(c)(3) — your donation is tax-deductible.

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