Toy Drive Donate NOW – December 13

The Gates Public Library is collecting new and unused toys for the Golisano Children’s Hospital Christine M. Burns CARES Center now through December 13th! Please consider donating an item from the holiday wish list below. A collection box for donations is conveniently located in our Library’s atrium. We, along with Golisano Children’s Hospital, appreciate your generosity. All the best for a Happy Holiday season.

Holiday Wish List:

Books Coloring books
Crayons, markers & colored pencils
Arts & crafts kits
Baby dolls & Barbies
Action figures
Cars & trucks
Legos & building blocks
Board games
Puzzles
Sports items
Educational games & toys
Sensory items & fidget toys
Hair & skin care
Make-up & nail art
Video games & electronics
Dress-up & pretend play items
Journaling items
Winter coats, hats, gloves & scarves
Boots & shoes
Pajamas, robes & slippers
Throw blankets
Pots & pans
Dishware, towels & utensils
Bath towels & personal items

A note from the CARES Center: Items listed above can be purchased for all ages as we assist the children enrolled in our program as well as their immediate families. To ensure that our families have a safe and happy holiday experience, we ask that all items donated are new and unused and are given to our program unwrapped. We appreciate your generosity and understanding.