Overview
- The nonprofit's sixth annual dinner ran from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., drawing long lines as families gathered at its Harambee center.
- Organizers said roughly 300 volunteers supported the effort, from meal service to toy distribution.
- In the days before Christmas, volunteers handed out more than 5,500 gifts to children, with extra toys purchased for attendees.
- This year's format replaced prior takeout meals with sit-down service, supported by four contracted caterers and post-meal activities like bingo and big-screen sports.
- Northcott, which has served Milwaukee for about 65 years, framed the day as part of ongoing work to meet community needs.