Every year, the Parkdale Community Food Bank hosts our annual Toy Drive & Market. In 2021, we served over 1000 children, and were able to provide each child with 3 toys, 1 stocking stuffer and 1 book. The support we were able to provide to our community through the event is all thanks to the generosity of our community. This year, the Toy Market will operate at the Parkdale Hall, on December 22nd and 23rd. Our 2022 Toy Drive will run from November 22nd - December 21st. We only accept donations of new, unused & unwrapped toys.
Aligned with the mission of the Parkdale Community Food Bank, it is our mandate to ensure that the Toy Drive & Market is inclusive and barrier free. All families struggling to afford gifts for their children this holiday season are welcome to attend.
How to Support the PCFB Toy Market
Donate Toys Online Via Scooter Girl
Our partner, Scooter Girl Toys, provides a great opportunity to donate toys easily from home!
1. Go to ScooterGirlToys.com
2. Choose your toys to donate & check out
3. Leave a note at check out that the donations are to support the PCFB Toy Drive
Donate Toys in Person
Toys can be dropped off in person at the Roncesvalles United Church
The hours for drop off are:
Monday - Friday 10 am - 3 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
PLEASE NOTE: Toys must be dropped off at the Wright Ave entrance (214 Wright Avenue).
For additional drop off locations, please view the map below.
Donate Cash
We accept donations of cash to operate the event and to purchase additional toys to meet gaps in need. Please click the link below to donate cash to the event.
Start a Drive
One of the best ways to help collect toys for kids this holiday season is to start a drive in your community. Anyone can start one, and the PCFB will provide all required materials. Click the link below to download our drive toolkit & get started!
We offer: collection bins, pick up/drop off & all required promotional materials.
Access the Toy Market
The PCFB Toy Market is open to low income families who reside within the Parkdale community. The Market will be held at the Parkdale Hall (1605 Queen St W) on December 22nd and 23rd from 11 AM - 6 PM. Last year, we were able to provide 3 toys, 1 book & 1 stocking stuffer to each child, however amounts are determined by the number of donations we receive and cannot be guaranteed prior to the event.
Donation Ideas by Age
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Lego Duplo
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Soft dolls & plushies
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Jellycat products
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Counting puzzles
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Leapfrog Products
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Pull toys
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Stacking cups
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Vtech products
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Fisher-price products
Product Examples:
The following toys can be donated directly through Scooter Girl. Simply add a note at checkout that the item is to be directed to the PCFB Toy Drive.
Events
Please check back to participate in fun events in support of the PCFB Toy Drive & Market.