Mothers Against Violence Healing Ministry orchestrated their annual Christmas toy giveaway Dec. 12, offering comfort to those grappling with the repercussions of violence.

There are various local organizations that seek to brighten the season for struggling families by providing much-needed services and gifts.

When Dominic Dorsey was little, he never saw a Santa Claus who looked like him. So when he and his community group Don’t Sleep created the Black Business Bazaar that happens every holiday season in Indianapolis, he made sure that the Black Santa Experience was part of it.