The pandemic has caused many families who were already experiencing the effects of poverty to eliminate all discretionary funds, especially those that would normally be used for a holiday gift.
We need your help to collect new, unwrapped toys for 6,200 Porter-Leath preschoolers ages six months to five years old.
Visit the Toy Truck Memphis WebsiteWays You Can Help
- Request a toy collection box for your business or community group
- Visit toytruckmemphis.org to give a monetary donation or
purchase a toy off of one of Porter-Leath’s Wishlists - Drop off a toy at the Toy Truck in December (dates and locations below)
- Host a virtual toy drive as part or in place of your 2020 celebrations
Suggestions for Toy Selection
- The greatest need is an age-appropriate toy for a 4 or 5-year-old child.
- Educational toys that teach numbers, shapes, or colors
- Wooden puzzles or blocks
- Toys that promote the development of gross motor skills
*Please note no used items, stuffed animals, toy weapons, games with dice or play money, or food items can be accepted. All monetary gifts are accepted and matched by a Secret Santa!*
Visit the Toy Truck
December 2-5 | 8:00 am-6:00 pm at the Poplar Collection (4615 Poplar Avenue) at Poplar and Perkins Extended
December 11-12 | 8:00 am-4:00 pm at WMC-TV Action News 5 (1960 Union Avenue)
TOYTRUCKMEMPHIS.ORG
To schedule a box drop off/pick-up, contact: Robert Phillips
robertphillips@yuletideop.com