How the Pixels by Emily Santa Visit Sponsorship Program brings our community together, one family at a time.
There is something extraordinary about watching a child's face light up when they meet Santa. The excitement, the wonder, the whispered wishes, and the memories that families carry long after Christmas morning.
At Pixels by Emily, we believe every family deserves the opportunity to experience a little of that magic.
That's why our Santa Visit Sponsorship Program continues to be one of the most meaningful parts of our holiday season. With the generosity of local businesses and individuals, we're able to gift Santa experiences and beautiful keepsake portraits to families throughout our community.
And this year, we're inviting even more people to be part of something special.
A Community That Makes Christmas Brighter
In 2025, an incredible 44 families received sponsored Santa experiences thanks to the kindness of our community.
What begins as a simple act of generosity becomes so much more. For a child, it's a magical visit with Santa. For parents, it's the opportunity to watch their children experience the wonder of Christmas. And for the entire family, it's a beautiful portrait that preserves that memory for years to come.
As we celebrate another season of the Magical Santa Experience, we're excited to continue this tradition and welcome new sponsors who want to help spread the joy.
Two Ways to Give the Gift of Santa
This year, our sponsorship program offers two ways to create Christmas memories for a local family.
Simply Santa Sponsorship — $250
A wonderful way to give a family a little Christmas magic!
Each sponsored family receives:
A private, 10-minute visit with Santa
Professional portrait photography with standard retouching
An 8 × 10 double-sided mounted keepsake portrait
It's a simple but meaningful gift that gives families both a joyful holiday moment and a tangible memory to treasure.
Magical Santa Experience Sponsorship — $795
For those wishing to give an even more immersive Christmas experience, our full Magical Santa Experience offers an unforgettable hour with Santa.
Families enjoy:
A private, 60-minute interactive Santa experience
Two custom-designed Christmas sets
Special activities, games, and treats with Santa
Two gifts from Santa
Norman Rockwell-inspired fine art portraiture
A $500 printed artwork credit
A personalized, guided artwork selection appointment
From Santa's Magical Workshop to the Cozy Fireside Living Room, every detail is designed to bring the wonder of Christmas to life.
Both sponsorship options provide something far more meaningful than a traditional gift: time together, childhood wonder, and memories preserved through portraiture.
Three Ways to Share the Magic
One of the most special parts of our sponsorship program is that sponsors can choose how their gift reaches a family.
1. Choose a Family You Know
Have a family in mind who could use a little extra Christmas joy? You can sponsor their Santa experience directly.
2. Let Pixels Choose a Family
Our community is invited to nominate families who would appreciate a gifted Santa visit. Sponsors can choose to have their gift awarded through a random drawing from those nominations.
3. Host Your Own Giveaway
Local businesses can also choose to award their sponsorship through their own giveaway, raffle, or social media promotion. We can provide promotional materials to help share the opportunity.
Whether you're an individual hoping to brighten someone's holiday or a local business looking for a meaningful way to give back, there's a way to make a difference.
Know a Family Who Deserves a Little Christmas Magic?
Sometimes the most meaningful gifts are the ones we never expect.
Maybe it's a family navigating a difficult season, parents who always put everyone else first, or someone in your community who could simply use an extra reason to smile.
We invite you to nominate a local family for a sponsored Santa experience.
Our sponsors help make these visits possible, and community nominations help us connect that generosity with families who will truly appreciate the gift.
More Than a Visit. A Memory That Lasts.
At Pixels by Emily, we believe photography has the power to do more than document a moment.
It helps families feel celebrated. It reminds children that they matter. And it transforms meaningful experiences into artwork that becomes part of a family's story.
A Santa portrait displayed in a home is more than a photograph. It's a reminder of childhood excitement, a special holiday tradition, and the kindness of someone who wanted to make Christmas a little brighter.
That's what makes this program so special to us.
Help Us Make Christmas Magical in 2026
To every business, family, and individual who supports our Santa Visit Sponsorship Program: thank you.
Your generosity allows us to share the magic of Christmas with more families, create meaningful memories, and give children something wonderful to believe in.
Whether you choose to sponsor a family, nominate someone special, or simply share our program with others, you'rehelping make this holiday season brighter.
One small act of kindness can become a Christmas memory that lasts a lifetime.
With gratitude,
Emily & the Pixels by Emily Team