How do you gift the less fortunate?

Head to your local drugstore and purchase items like toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, warm socks, shoes and feminine products and donate them to your local shelter or men’s/women’s home. Let go of the old (or bring in the new).

Is toy for Tots a good charity?

Did you know that Toys for Tots is a top rated charity? 97% of your donation goes to our mission of providing toys, books and other gifts to less fortunate children. The 3% spent on support principally covers fundraising expenses – not one donated dollar goes to pay for salaries or any other manpower costs.

What kind of Toys can you donate to Toys for Tots?

While there are many lists of popular toys for kids of all ages, there is no donation wish list for Toys for Tots. Popular toy categories include sporting equipment, books, backpacks, board games, radio control cars/trucks, hand-held electronics, and skateboards/helmets.

How can I put my kids on the Angel Tree?

Local Salvation Army service centers accept applications for the Angel Tree program each year during the fall, typically from early September through mid-October. You will need to schedule an in-person appointment at the appropriate local office in order to register your child (or children) for the program.

How can I help a poor family at Christmas?

For many families, simple survival takes all of their resources….Top 7 Christmas Charity Organizations That Help Low Income Families

  1. Make-A-Wish.
  2. Salvation Army.
  3. Prison Fellowship.
  4. Toys for Tots.
  5. United Way.
  6. Samaritan’s Purse: Operation Christmas Child.
  7. Christmas Spirit Foundation: Trees for Troops.

How can we help those in need?

Ways to Help Your Community

  1. Protect yourself and others from COVID-19.
  2. Help your local food pantry.
  3. Give blood if you’re able.
  4. Volunteer your time.
  5. Check on neighbors and family members, especially those who live alone, are elderly, have health or mobility issues or are caring for children.

How does Toys for Tots rate as a charity?

Exceptional. This charity’s score is 90.91, earning it a 4-Star rating. Donors can “Give with Confidence” to this charity.