Holiday Toy Drive Returns for a second year

New unwrapped toys and gifts may be dropped off at any of the locations listed here during each location’s normal business hours. Please check with them directly or view their websites for more information.

Monetary contributions will also be accepted to cover the costs of wrapping paper, decorations, and to purchase additional toys as needed to meet the demand.

Deadline for donations: Sunday, December 15th

The deadline for all donations is Sunday, December 15th, which will provide ample time for wrapping the gifts and preparing them for distribution.

When considering toy donations for children in pediatric wards, it’s important to remember that these wards typically cater to a wide age range, from infants to teenagers. Here’s a quick guide to help you select the right toys:

• Infants (0-2 years): Soft toys, rattles, and musical toys are great for this age group. Make sure they are easy to clean and have no small parts that could be a choking hazard.
• Toddlers (2-4 years): Consider sturdy, washable toys like building blocks, simple puzzles, and plush animals.
• Young Children (5-7 years): Arts and crafts supplies, action figures, dolls, and board games that encourage imaginative play and are suitable for this age group.
• Older Children (8-12 years): More complex board games, science kits, craft kits, and books can be both entertaining and educational.
• Teenagers: Gift cards, challenging logic, problem-solving and mystery-based board games, books, age-appropriate video games, puzzles, or model kits can be good choices.

For more information or to volunteer, contact us via email at [email protected].