The Little Givers Magic Market is a volunteer-driven community initiative dedicated to creating joyful, confidence-building experiences for children and families in the Dodgeville area. We serve local youth by giving them a safe, supportive, and magical place to learn the power of generosity through hands-on giving. At our annual holiday market, children shop with the help of Santa’s elves and community volunteers to choose gifts for the important people in their lives — encouraging independence, kindness, and connection.
What began as a small local effort has quickly grown into a treasured community tradition. Our events bring families together, strengthen community bonds, and help ensure every child, regardless of circumstance, can experience the joy of giving. Through donations, sponsorships, and concession sales, every dollar raised goes directly back into supporting children and expanding the market’s offerings.
So far, our impact has included:
Hundreds of local children participating each year
Families reporting that the event boosts confidence, social skills, and generosity in their children
A growing network of volunteers, educators, and local partners contributing time and support
Looking Ahead..
Our goals include expanding the size of the market, increasing the number of children served, adding more interactive experiences, and building sustainable annual funding to keep the event free or low-cost for families. We aim to become a long-standing community tradition that continues to grow year after year.
To achieve this vision, we seek mission-aligned donors, sponsors, partners, and community grant opportunities. We are especially interested in supporters who value youth empowerment, local community building, and family-oriented programs that leave a lasting positive impact.
Little Givers Magic Market Board of Directors:
Sarah James
Rebecca James
Brenda James