One City.
One Mission.
Empowering single parents, elevating minority students, and strengthening communities across the Twin Cities — because when one of us rises, we all rise.
Real Programs.
Real Impact.
One Heart:
Holiday Hope
"Friendship isn't about who you've known the longest, it's about who walked into your life, said 'I'm here for you' and proved it!"
— Unknown
About the Program
One Heart: Holiday Hope connects single-parent families across the Twin Cities with gifts, meals, and community support — because no parent should face the holiday season alone. Every child deserves magic, and every parent deserves to feel seen.
Applications Open
For families applying for support and hope — applications will open November 1, 2026.
Applications Open Nov 1
Gift Distribution
Saturday, December 19, 2026
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Free Grace United
670 W Wheelock Pkwy
St. Paul, MN 55117
How to Support
Sponsor a Family
Sign up to sponsor a family, donate gift cards and more.
Monetary Donation
Provide gift cards, holiday meals, gas and more.
Volunteer at the Event
Sign up to volunteer at the Holiday Celebration.
Corporate Sponsorship
Benefits and packages for businesses that choose to support.
1,200+
Gifts Wrapped & Given to Children in Need
300+
Families Blessed
Since 2023
Career Development Tracks
From resume workshops to professional mentorships, our Career Development Tracks open doors for minority students in Saint Paul and Minneapolis — building pathways to careers that reflect their full potential.
One City Hoops Circuit
2026–2027 Season · Twin Cities, MN
A competitive circuit for 3rd–8th grade boys and girls. 8 sessions. One championship. One All-Star Weekend. Built to close the gap and give Twin Cities youth the competition they deserve.
Session I
Nov 7–8
Session II
Nov 14–15
Session III
Dec 5–6
Championship
Feb 13–14
$300
per session
$1,200
full circuit
Fuel the Mission
Every dollar you give goes directly to families, students, and communities across Saint Paul and Minneapolis. This is your city too — invest in it.
Sponsors a family for One Heart Holiday Hope
Donate NowOne City is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible.