Embrace the joy of giving this holiday season! Create a meaningful impact in the community by volunteering and donating to these Wisconsin toy drives.
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Empty Stocking Club
Madison
Make a difference this holiday season by volunteering for the Empty Stocking Club at Alliant Energy Center in Madison. Volunteers are needed on Dec. 12 for setup and on Dec. 13 to Dec. 14 for the event. Volunteers at this Wisconsin toy drive will be unloading toys, setting up the Toy Depot, assisting families with toy selections and ensuring an enjoyable experience for all families attending. To sign up to volunteer, visit www.emptystockingclub.com.
Children’s Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Elevate a child’s healthcare journey by contributing to Children’s Wisconsin’s wishlist. Help make treatment milestones, birthdays and this holiday season extra special. For in-person donations, pre-approval is mandatory, and appointments are required. For more information, visit giving.childrenswi.org.
The Salvation Army Adopt-a-Family
Green Bay
An array of Green Bay businesses and families are joining forces to anonymously adopt families in need this holiday season. In collaboration with over 10 agencies, The Salvation Army orchestrates the Adopt-a-Family program, matching adopters with families in need referred by these agencies. To adopt a family, visit centralusa.salvationarmy.org.
Boys & Girls Clubs Holiday Gift Drive
Milwaukee
Donate to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee’s Holiday Gift Drive, presented by JPMorgan Chase & Co. To make giving easy, explore the Amazon Wish List, which includes books, board games and more. For those looking to make an even bigger impact, explore sponsorship opportunities. For more information, visit www.bgcmilwaukee.org.
Capuchin Community Services Toy Drive
Milwaukee
Join Capuchin Community Services in supporting over 1,000 Milwaukee Central City households by donating brand-new toys for children ages 10 and under. The goal of the Wisconsin toy drive is for each child to receive an average of three gifts, totaling over 3,000 presents. Drop off new toys at the House of Peace site, 1702 W. Walnut, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the 17th Street door. For more information, visit https://www.capuchincommunityservices.org/ways-to-help/special-drives/christmas-toy-drive.
Grant County Holiday Project
Lancaster
For over three decades, Grant County Holiday Project’s mission has been to ensure that children and elderly in need receive the joys of the holiday season. The Grant County Holiday Project touches the lives of over 400 families each season and accepts food, clothing, toys and monetary donations. For more information, visit www.grantcountyholidayproject.com.
Taylor County Giving Tree
Medford
Experience the joy of giving with the Taylor County Giving Tree program. This initiative is dedicated to ensuring that all children receive the magic of the holiday season. Taylor County Giving Tree needs donations of wrapping paper, packing tape and boxes. If you would like to sponsor a child, email taylorcountygivingtree@gmail.com. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/taylorcountygivingtree/.
Making Spirits Bright
Sheboygan
Visitors to Making Spirits Bright can donate items, including personal hygiene items like shampoo, soap, deodorant, diapers and toilet paper, or pantry items such as peanut butter, canned fruits, canned beans, oatmeal, rice, pancake mix and more. Volunteers will then deliver these items to Sheboygan County Food Bank. Since 2012, over 850,000 pounds of items have been collected. For more information, visit makingspiritsbright.com.