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JUST IN: MySweetToyDrive Series Returns To Help Santa And The Elves

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Last year, we put our toe in the water for holiday toy drives. As a result, Santa sent the sweetest note saying that it really helped him, Mrs. Claus and the elves in making wishes come true. In closing he asked whether MSC couldn’t run it again. Well, who could say “No” to a cute man with a white beard and a herd of reindeer? So, to stay on Santa “good list," MSC is going … [Read more...] about JUST IN: MySweetToyDrive Series Returns To Help Santa And The Elves

Hop On Board The Easter Basket Drive For Dallas County Abused And Neglected Children

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Just got an SOS from the Easter Bunny. It seems that due to all those pesky COVID-19 restrictions, the fuzzy little lepus has been hamstrung in putting together Easter baskets for Dallas County abused and neglected children. To help the cottontail brighten the lives of children who have been through so much, Community Partners of Dallas and Child Protective Services (CPS) … [Read more...] about Hop On Board The Easter Basket Drive For Dallas County Abused And Neglected Children

NorthPark Is Both An In-Person And A Virtual Wonderland Of Sights, Sounds And Activities For Kids Of All Ages

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NorthPark may be known for its shopping experiences throughout the year, but during the holidays it becomes a wonderland of activities. Just this past weekend families came from near and far to watch, listen and in some cases participate in the fun. For instance, Friday night's free Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Mobile Concert by  The Concert Truck in the Neiman Marcus … [Read more...] about NorthPark Is Both An In-Person And A Virtual Wonderland Of Sights, Sounds And Activities For Kids Of All Ages

MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas

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According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Paige McDaniel, "Thank you to those in the community who have supported Community Partners of Dallas' first-ever virtual Toy Drive, but it’s not over yet!  There are still a few days left to help us bring hope to thousands of abused and neglected children in Dallas County by fulfilling a holiday wish through CPD’s … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Community Partners Of Dallas

MySweetToyDrive: United To Learn

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According to United To Learn Director of Literacy Chyla Weaver, “Anxious to get out and get giving?? Until Tuesday, December 15, United to Learn is collaborating with Interabang Books for a special Holiday Book Drive to enhance elementary school libraries across our 47 Dallas ISD partner campuses citywide. “While you're out or online shopping for your friends and family, … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: United To Learn

MySweetToyDrive: Prism Health North Texas’ 16th Annual Holiday Food And Toy Drive

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According to Prism Health North Texas Case Manager Supervisor Neacy Turner, “This year has been tough for all North Texans, especially for children who have had their worlds disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. From confusion about school safety and online learning, the lack of socialization at school and with friends, to economic and other hardships at home as many parents … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Prism Health North Texas’ 16th Annual Holiday Food And Toy Drive

MySweetToyDrive: The Wilkinson Center’s Toy Drive And Distribution

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According to The Wilkinson Center Engagement Manager Laura Ingrim, “Wilkinson Center’s mission is to create pathways out of poverty for the 10,000 clients we serve each year. One of our most fun and meaningful events is the annual Toy Drive And Distribution. Since 2011, Wilkinson Center has been collecting toys, bicycles, and gift cards for children in the Dallas community. … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Wilkinson Center’s Toy Drive And Distribution

MySweetToyDrive: Interfaith Family Services’ Annual Christmas Store

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According to Interfaith Family Services Director of Development Jessica Rood, “Each year, we provide quality children’s gifts to families who otherwise would wake up on Christmas morning without any gifts under the tree. The families we serve at Interfaith are homeless (residing in our transitional housing program) and/or have experienced a recent crisis like job loss, … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Interfaith Family Services’ Annual Christmas Store

MySweetToyDrive: Vogel Alcove’s Holiday Store

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According to Vogel Alcove President/CEO Karen Hughes, “How do you keep the Christmas tradition alive when you are homeless? Instead of going home for the holidays, families have to make sacrifices and come up with new ways to celebrate. “Though the windows are not yet filled with glitter and lights, the holiday season is fast approaching. At Vogel Alcove, that means it is … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: Vogel Alcove’s Holiday Store

MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive

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According to The Warren Center’s CEO Amy Spawn, “Every year, the Warren Center hosts hundreds of children with developmental delays and disabilities at the annual Operation Santa holiday event, where gifts from our annual toy drive are distributed in a fun, safe and sensory-friendly atmosphere. This year's event, however, will look different due to COVID-19. To ensure social … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive

JUST IN: Thanks To Santa, MySweetToyDrive Series Is Available For Good Little North Texas Nonprofits

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Have we got an offer for toy drivers! Normally, MySweetCharity does not run posts about holiday toy drives. This time of year there are just too many of them, don’t you know? But Santa sent word that he really could use some help this year since these are not normal times. As he put it, “There are way too many youngsters who have mustered through the past year wearing masks, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Thanks To Santa, MySweetToyDrive Series Is Available For Good Little North Texas Nonprofits