The holiday season is a time for joy and celebration, but for many families in the Lowcountry, it can also be a time of added stress. At The Agency Hilton Head, we're committed to making this season brighter for those who need it most by hosting a holiday toy drive. Now through Thursday, December 12, 2024, we invite you to bring new, unwrapped toys, books, or games to support families in our community. All donations collected will go directly to The Market at Bluffton Self Help, spreading joy to nearly 1,500 children and families in four counties.
How You Can Make a Difference
Your generous contributions will be part of a special holiday experience that brings smiles to local children. When you donate, you're helping provide parents in need with the opportunity to select toys from Bluffton Self Help’s Toy Shop, ensuring that children wake up to a joyful holiday morning filled with surprises.
Suggested Donation Items by Age Group
Our goal is to offer a range of toys that every child will love. Below are some ideas by age group:
For Pre-teens (ages 9-12), representing 46% of registered children: Digital watches, bikes, scooters, arts and crafts, journaling supplies, friendship bracelet kits, Bluetooth speakers, LED fairy lights, Hot Wheels, Legos, STEM kits, model building sets, karaoke machines, digital cameras, Go Glam Nail Stamper, Spirograph, hair styling tools, board games, and popular books like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Percy Jackson.
For Elementary-Aged Kids (ages 4-8), representing 35% of registered children: Rock painting kits, slime-making kits, light-up terrariums, crystal growing labs, remote control cars, puzzles, journals, Zingo! Sight Words, sports balls, baseball gloves, sidewalk chalk, play tents, scooters, and age-appropriate books like Magic Tree House and Amelia Bedelia.
For Babies and Pre-School Kids (ages 0-3), representing 19% of registered children: Board books, wooden puzzles, bubble machines, LeapFrog learning toys, building block sets, musical piano pads, sensory blocks, tricycles, and sit-to-stand learning walkers.
Where to Drop Off Donations
Drop off all items at The Agency Hilton Head office, conveniently located at: 5790 Guilford Place, Ste 200
Bluffton, SC 29910
Donation Deadline:
Please ensure all donations are dropped off by Thursday, December 12, 2024.
About Bluffton Self Help
Bluffton Self Help's mission is to empower individuals in the Lowcountry through education, access to basic needs, and guided community resources. This toy drive ensures that every family, regardless of financial struggles, has a chance to make the holidays special for their children. All donated toys are displayed in the Toy Shop, where parents can "shop" for items that best suit their child’s interests, offering a personal and meaningful holiday experience.
Join Us in Making the Holidays Brighter
This season, let's come together to create memories that will last a lifetime. By participating in our holiday toy drive, you're making a powerful difference in the lives of local families. We thank you for your generosity and kindness and look forward to partnering with you to make the Lowcountry's holiday season a little brighter.
