Sub for Santa: Loss in wages means tight Christmas for single mom
Courtesy United Way of Utah County
Editor’s note: All United Way’s Sub for Santa participants’ names have been changed. To help a family like this one, visit https://subforsanta.org or text or call the Sub for Santa hotline at 801-356-6300.
Christina works hard to provide for her two sons. But, due to circumstances with her job during the past few months, she is finding it very difficult to have enough money to provide them with any Christmas gifts this year.
“The overtime hours I was getting at work are no longer available,” Christina said. “I have lost $1,200 per month since they cut my overtime. I have two young boys who I can barely feed, so without help, Christmas will not be feasible for me this year.”
Christina’s son, Kevin, is 15 years old and could use a new coat, sweatpants and a hoodie. His favorite color is blue and he would enjoy books about history, including music history, and joke books. He would love to receive cologne, an electric razor, deodorant and gift cards.
Eleven-year-old Oliver is in need of a new coat, joggers and a long-sleeve shirt. His favorite color is blue. He likes to read books about how to draw, crafting books and books about being a soccer goalie. He would like gifts of Goalie Glove sticky spray, soccer knee pads and cologne.


