Holiday Projects

We support many projects and activities throughout our communities during the holidays to help those less fortunate. Just some of our deeds include:

Holiday magic was in full swing at our Denver office as the Foundation Denver committee hosted its annual “Seanta” visit in December 2024! Denver partner and Foundation member Sean Hanlon, affectionately known to the visiting families this holiday as “Seanta,” engaged in heartwarming conversations with over 30 children. These special moments with Santa created precious memories and spread joy throughout our Holland & Hart family. It’s traditions like these that make our firm community so special.
The 2023 annual Foundation Santa visit, brought many smiles, joy, and holiday magic to children, families, and young-at-heart adults in the Denver office and virtually this holiday season. Over 30 children were able to experience this special tradition, sharing personal conversations and recounting the highlights of the past year with Santa.

For many years, the Denver office has been fortunate to have former partner and Foundation Co-Founder Sam Guyton and Co-Founder Jean Guyton as “Samta” and Mrs. Claus. In recent years, the annual “Samta” visit expanded virtually to reach children of all ages across the firm. In 2022, Sam and Jean passed the annual holiday magic to Denver partner and Foundation member Sean Hanlon, now known to the visiting families for the event as “Seanta.”

In 2021, the Holland & Hart Foundation’s annual “Samta” visit with co-founders Sam and Jean Guyton, was held virtually again as a firmwide Holiday event! Samta met with 16 families, which included endearing conversations with 30 children of all ages. The children shared what they did in 2021 and the gifts they looked forward to receiving.

With the safety restrictions required by the pandemic, in 2020 the Holland & Hart Foundation’s annual “Samta” visit with children went virtual! We expanded the in-person Denver event to a firmwide event. Samta met virtually with 25 families, which included 41 children ages one to 18. Each family had an endearing discussion with Samta about what they did in 2020 and the gifts they looked forward to receiving for Christmas.

Holiday Gifts for Lennox Guest Home: The Holland & Hart Foundation Denver office proudly supports the Lennox Guest Home residents with its annual holiday gift giving project. Volunteers purchase a pack of socks, soaps, candy, and include a small amount of cash and a gift card for each of the residents. Additionally, each employee of the Lennox Guest Home receives individually wrapped goodies and sweets from staff gift baskets. Volunteers coordinate gift purchases, wrapping, and deliver all items to the Lennox Guest Home around Christmas.

Lennox Guest Home Holiday Pie Party: The Lennox Guest Home is a personal care home providing assistance and supervision with medications to 57 elderly and/or disabled residents. Holland & Hart has worked with the Lennox Guest Home, hosting various events for the benefit of the residents, for over 30 years. Just before Thanksgiving, members of the Denver office donated pies, whipped cream, or money towards the purchase of pies that were delivered and served to the residents during their annual Holiday Pie Party.

The Holland & Hart Foundation is deeply committed to supporting families in need through various Adopt-a-Family programs, which are enthusiastically embraced across many of our offices. Throughout the year, our teams organize a variety of fundraisers, including bake sales, snack sales, and raffles, to gather the necessary funds and resources. Our volunteers transform these generous contributions into thoughtful cash and gift donations, selecting items based on the specific wish lists and needs of each Adopt-a-Family. The gifts provided are diverse and meaningful, ranging from essential clothing to much-needed hygiene items. Through these heartfelt efforts, we aim to bring joy and relief to families during the holiday season, ensuring that their needs are met and their spirits are lifted.

Every year, numerous Holland & Hart offices come together to partner with local Giving Tree programs within their communities, sponsoring dozens of children and families to fulfill their holiday wishes. Through these Giving Tree Gift programs, we strive to bring joy and warmth to those who, due to various circumstances, may not have the means to celebrate the holidays. Our dedicated volunteers collect and provide the requested gifts, ensuring that children, families, and senior citizens alike receive the support they need to experience the magic of the season. These thoughtful gifts range from toys and clothing to household necessities, making a significant difference in the lives of those who need it most. By participating in these programs, we not only spread festive cheer but also reinforce our commitment to enhancing the well-being of our communities, one gift at a time.

For many years, the Holland & Hart Washington, D.C. office members have sponsored or co-sponsored the annual Children of Mine Center holiday party by hosting an activity or event for the Center’s children like bowling, crafts, games, and food, as well as providing holiday gifts for the children. The Children of Mine Youth Center works to promote the safety, health, education, and stability of the children in the Anacostia community, which is in Southeast Washington, D.C.

Anchorage: Prepared Holiday Baskets for women with Abused Women’s Aid in Crisis, Inc. (AWAIC)
Aspen: Teaming up with The Buddy Program, help label frosting cans and prepare bags of gumdrops for its annual Gingerbread House Workshop kits, bringing joy to over 150 Big and Little Buddies as they build gingerbread houses together.
Boise: Taking part in the Boise Bicycle Project’s Holiday Kid’s Bike Giveaway, by adopting “Dream Bicycles” to help each child’s holiday wish came true.
Reno: Partnered with the Washoe County Human Services Agency’s Senior Services Division by hosting a winter clothing drive.
Washington, DC: Holiday Helpers Drive event with Bridges to Independence, donating holiday gift card for families