You do not need a team of elves, a sleigh, or eight tiny reindeer to be a Santa in your community. Proof of that was found at Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church on Friday, as Door County Toys for Kids volunteers sorted through dozens of boxes returned from approximately 90 businesses throughout the peninsula.

Unlike many years, Door County Toys for Kids Board Member Jaci Baermann says its greatest need this year was for families with the area’s youngest residents—especially those with babies crawling around in hopes that St. Nicholas would soon arrive. Baermann still remembers what it was like to be a parent on the other side of the door in need of help to make Christmas special for her family. While the generosity can be overwhelming, it still has not gotten old to see for Baermann.

If you missed donating to this year’s effort, Baermann says not to worry. The organization is not going anywhere, and you can make financial contributions to the effort year-round.