How to Organize a Toy Drive
Though you may lack the facial hair and weight problem, this guide will have you dishing out toys to good girls and boys just like old Saint Nick.
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You Will Need
- Charity
- Advertising
- Transportation
- Drop-off points
- Goal
- Volunteers
- Distribution network
- Prizes (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Pick a charity
Pick a worthy charity to receive the donated toys, such as Toys for Tots, the Salvation Army, the Boys and Girls Club of America or the YMCA.
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Step 2
Focus on an age group
Focus on a specific age group such as infants, kids under 10, or teens and set the parameters of the gifts which should be new and unwrapped.
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Step 3
Advertise the toy drive
Use social networks, the internet, and local businesses to help advertise. Use fliers and posters so that everyone knows when, where, and what to donate.
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Ask businesses for prizes like discounts, coupons, or gift cards to encourage donations.
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Step 4
Tackle transportation and collection
Arrange for transportation and collection of toys from either a single drop-off point or several scattered around.
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More drop-off points make it easier for people to donate.
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Step 5
Set a goal
Set a goal to encourage people to donate and work hard and push your volunteers to meet or exceed that target.
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Step 6
Distribute toys
Be active in the toy distribution as a reward for all your hard work. Don't forget to have a good time and thank everyone who helped.
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Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of sailors, bakers, pawnbrokers, and children, was the progenitor of the modern-day Santa Claus.
