LAS VEGAS — As the holiday season approached, the Richard Harris Law Firm stepped forward to help families facing financial hardship. Through its Operation Secret Santa program, the firm provided Christmas trees, holiday meals and wrapped gifts to a group of carefully selected households across the Las Vegas area.
How the program works
Operation Secret Santa is a volunteer‑driven effort organized by the firm’s staff and partners. Each year, the firm identifies families that are struggling to meet basic needs during the holidays. Volunteers then coordinate the purchase and delivery of a fresh fir tree, a festive meal and a set of wrapped presents for each household.
Kristine Anderson, a senior associate at Richard Harris Law Firm, explained that the goal is to give families a sense of normalcy and joy during a time that can otherwise feel overwhelming. “We want to make sure that no child in our community wakes up on Christmas morning without a tree or a gift,” Anderson said. “It’s a small way to show that the community cares and that we’re all in this together.”
Impact on families
Recipients of the program reported feeling a boost in morale and gratitude. One mother, who asked to remain anonymous, said the tree and meal allowed her family to gather around a warm, festive setting that they could not have afforded on their own. “It reminded us that we’re not alone,” she added.
The firm’s outreach also extended beyond material gifts. Volunteers spent time with each family, offering a listening ear and sharing resources for additional assistance, such as food banks and counseling services.
Community involvement
Operation Secret Santa relies heavily on local donations and partnerships. The firm received contributions of trees from a nearby nursery, meals from a local catering company, and toys from several community members. In addition, the firm’s attorneys and support staff donated their personal time to pack and deliver the items.
Anderson emphasized that the program reflects the firm’s broader commitment to service. “Our faith calls us to love our neighbors, and we see this as a practical expression of that calling,” she said. “When we give, we also strengthen the bonds that hold our neighborhoods together.”
Looking ahead
Encouraged by the positive response, the Richard Harris Law Firm plans to expand Operation Secret Santa next year, aiming to reach more families and involve additional local businesses. The firm hopes the program will become a lasting tradition that other organizations in the region will emulate.
For those interested in supporting the initiative, the firm has opened a donation portal on its website, where community members can contribute funds, gift cards or volunteer hours.
Operation Secret Santa demonstrates how a local law firm can leverage its resources and network to bring hope and holiday cheer to families in need, reinforcing the spirit of generosity that defines the Las Vegas community.
Original reporting: News 3 KSNV Las Vegas (local) — read the source article.
