Toy Drives are an amazing way to make the holiday season a little bit brighter for children in need around the Denver area.
A toy not only gives a kid a gift—it tells them that they are special.
If you’re looking for a charitable way to give back to your Park Hill Community as we wrap up 2020, Toy Drives are an extremely worthy cause.
In this article, we have compiled a list of five Toy Drives in the Park Hill neighborhood that are looking for donations from folks like you.
Check ‘em out!
Park Hill Commons Toy Drive & Holiday Celebration
Where: Park Hill Commons on Fairfax Street between 28th & 29th Street
When: Saturday, December 19, 3pm to 5 pm
Mask up and come out to celebrate the holidays with the spirit of giving!
Park Hill Commons is asking for new, unwrapped gifts and gift cards from children ages 6 to 18. All gifts will be donated to the Denver Broncos Boys & Girls Club in Montbello and the Vickers Boys & Girls Club in Park Hill.
Across the street from Park Hill Commons, there will be a free hot chocolate bar and festive entertainment. Looks like your weekend plans are set!
Find out more information about this event here.
The Citywide 5th Annual Toy Drive
Where: Park Hill Golf Club, 4141 East 35th Avenue, Denver, United States
When: Wednesday, December 23rd 1pm – 6pm
The McBride Foundation has teamed up with the CityWide Youth Network to sponsor this Toy Drive at Park Hill Golf Club.
Enjoy a holiday-themed afternoon at the beautifully renovated City Park Golf Course!
You can register for the event here to reserve your spot.
Hooked Coffee Shop on Colfax
Where: 3213 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206
When: Anytime!
It’s no secret that Hooked Coffee Shop on Colfax has been a popular nearby coffee shop since 2005, serving up all your holiday favorites.
Next time you’re craving that peppermint white mocha, bring a toy along with it to drop off in one of the bins.
Denver Rescue Missions and Denver Beacon will take care of it from there!
Hooked is asking for new or like-new toys for children ages 0-12.
Denver Children’s Home
Where: 1501 Albion St, Denver, CO 80220
When: Anytime!
While Denver Children’s Home isn’t hosting a specific event for a Toy Drive, they are always looking for in-kind donations.
The organization is in need this holiday season of masks, dorm needs, games & activities, new clothing, and more.
If you haven’t yet heard of Denver Children’s Home, learn more about their mission here.
They’re a truly spectacular organization, restoring hope and health to traumatized children and their families through a comprehensive array of therapeutic, educational, and community-based services.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Denver
Where: A King Soopers near you or at BGCMD’s main office
When: Nov 27 – Dec 24
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Denver puts on one of the largest Toy Drives in the state of Colorado.
They’re looking for unwrapped toys that appeal to kids from the ages of 6 to 18 years old, such as art supplies, sports equipment, gift cards, clothes, and electronics. See a more comprehensive wish list here.
Next time you’re headed over to your local King Soopers, plan on bringing some gifts along with you!
Conclusions
Members of the Park Hill community are notorious for giving back.
If you’re looking for an easy and awesome way to get involved in charity this holiday season, these toy drives are a great place to start.
Need some gift ideas? Check out these suggestions from the Humanitarian Service Project.
Let’s finish 2020 with some good karma, Park Hill!
By: Jack Berning
