Christ’s Church of the Valley in San Dimas and Rancho Cucamonga, in partnership with six local school districts, will help more than 800 families this Christmas season. The goal is to provide families and children an opportunity to select a Christmas gift, share a meal, take pictures with Santa Claus and enjoy other family activities.

The church hopes to bring joy and excitement back to families that might not have the opportunity to celebrate otherwise this season. The events will be held from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 15 and Dec. 16 at Christ’s Church of the Val ley, San Dimas, 1404 W.

Covina Blvd., San Dimas, and from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 17, at Christ’s Church of the Valley, Etiwanda Gardens, 7576 Etiwanda Ave., Rancho Cucamonga.