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Texas Holiday Cheer: Toy Drives Across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio

Marina Fatina by Marina Fatina
December 9, 2024
in Events, Culture, Education, Entertainment, Insider Reports, Lifestyle, Regions, Texas Family Values
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Texas Holiday Cheer: Toy Drives Across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio

Courtesy of San Antonio Police Department Blue Santa Program

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The holiday season is a time of giving, and nonprofit organizations across Texas are working tirelessly to bring joy to children in need through their annual Christmas toy drives. Thanks to the generosity of volunteers and donations, these drives ensure that every toy truly becomes a priceless treasure for families. Here’s a list of toy drives happening in your city:

Austin

  1. Blue Santa Program
    • Details: The Austin Police Department’s iconic toy drive distributes toys to thousands of families.
    • Donation Drop-Off: APD Substations and designated locations across Austin.
    • Website: bluesanta.org

Dallas

  1. Toys for Tots Dallas
    • Details: Run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, this drive aims to provide gifts for underserved children.
    • Drop-Off Locations: Various businesses and collection sites across Dallas.
    • Website: toysfortots.org
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2. VNA Holiday Toy Drive

    • Details: Supporting Meals on Wheels families during the holiday season.
    • Drop-Off: 1420 W. Mockingbird Lane, Suite 700.
    • Monetary Donations: Accepted online.

Houston

  1. Operation Stocking Stuffer
    • Details: Organized by the Houston Fire Department, this drive helps over 30,000 children annually.
    • Great Toy Giveaway: December 16, 2024, at 2000 Reed Road (Drive-Thru Format).
    • Donation Deadline: December 10, 2024.
  2. Houston Children’s Charity Toy Drive
    • Details: Collecting toys for disadvantaged children in the Houston area.
    • Drop-Off Location: 230 Westcott St.

San Antonio

  1. Elf Louise Christmas Project
    • Details: A beloved San Antonio tradition providing wrapped gifts to children in need.
    • Volunteer Opportunities: Wrapping and delivering toys.
    • Website: elflouise.org
    • Check out their website for a location near you
  2. San Antonio Police Department Blue Santa Program
    • Details: Assists families during the holidays with gifts for children.
    • Donation Drop-Off: SAPD Substations and select city locations.
Courtesy of San Antonio Police Department Blue Santa Program

How You Can Help

  • Donate Toys: Bring new, unwrapped toys to designated drop-off locations.
  • Volunteer: Help with sorting, wrapping, and distribution of gifts.
  • Monetary Donations: Many organizations accept financial contributions online to help purchase toys.

Join these efforts and make this holiday season magical for families across Texas! 🎄

 

Tags: #texasaustinCharitydallasHoustonmarinenonprofitpolicesan antoniotoy drives
Marina Fatina

Marina Fatina

Part of Texas Epoch Media Group since 2012 . Graduated University of Houston with BA in Broadcast Journalism and now work as a local Houston Reporter and videographer for Texas Insider and NTD.

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