BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge is searching for donors for its Christmas program to help families and seniors in need. More than 500 families and clients were screened and verified by the group beginning in September, Catholic Charities said in a news release. “Our program not only enriches our clients’ lives and Christmases, but donors say it makes their Christmas more meaningful, too,” said Catherine Weidert, the CCDBR communications coordinator.   Donors who participate in the Christmas program can choose recipient families. According to a news release, donors will be able to shop from clients' wish lists or provide gift cards. Gonzales Holiday Market: What to know about dates, times and tickets "With just a few clicks, donors can get started making a happy Christmas for seniors and families whose budgets cannot accommodate even simple gifts,” Weidert said.   The deadline to sponsor a family is Saturday, Nov. 30. Gifts will be delivered Dec. 2-6 and Dec. 9. Click here to sign up to become a sponsor in the Christmas program. Latest News Couple marries in Austin hospital after wedding day ER visit Baton Rouge man talks about being on Gwen Stefani's team in Season 26 of 'The Voice' Terminally ill Illinois woman meets her idol, Jelly Roll Eric Paulsen, WWL anchor of 40+ years, dies after battle with cancer Here's how to help families, seniors in, near Baton Rouge get Christmas gifts