Where to Donate Christmas Gifts in Toronto

Trusted Toronto charities accepting **new, unwrapped** Christmas gifts (check 2024 deadlines—usually early-mid December):

1. The Salvation Army – Christmas Kettle / Toy Mountain: Drop boxes at malls (Eaton Centre, Yorkdale, Scarborough Town), Walmart, LCBO. Or donate online. Distributes to 10,000+ families.
2. Daily Bread Food Bank – Holiday Drive: Accepts toys, books, winter gear at warehouses (New Toronto, Battlefords) & pop-ups. High need: teens, infants.
3. Toy Mountain (Toronto Fire Fighters): Drop new toys at **any Toronto fire hall** (Nov–Dec). Huge annual drive.
4. Santa Claus Parade – Toy Drive: Donate along parade route (early Nov) or at Canadian Tire stores.
5. The Scott Mission – Christmas Sharing: Spadina Ave. Accepts toys, clothes, gift cards for marginalized families.
6. KidSport Toronto: Sports equipment (new/gently used) for low-income kids' registration fees.
7. WoodGreen Community Services: East Toronto; adopts families for holiday hampers + gifts.
8. Children's Aid Foundation (Toronto): Gifts for children in care; virtual toy drive options.
9. Native Child & Family Services: Culturally appropriate gifts for Indigenous families.
10. Shelters (Direct): Sistering, Covenant House, YWCA, Dixon Hall—call ahead for needs list.

Pro Tips: Cash donations let charities bulk-buy exactly what's needed. Volunteer time is gold. Verify drop-off hours/locations on websites.