Toys for Toga begins TODAY!
Get in the holiday spirit with the biggest local toy drive, now through Dec. 13
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY — Toys for Toga’s charitable holiday tradition is back for its 13th year: Starting today, locals are encouraged to get in the spirit by donating new toys and money for local children and families in need. The campaign brings together more than 100 Saratoga County businesses.
In 2024, Saratoga’s largest toy drive donated 4,500 toys valued at more than $40,000 to three Saratoga County charities: Franklin Community Center in Saratoga Springs, CAPTAIN Community Human Services in Clifton Park and Mechanicville Area Community Services Center in Mechanicville. All toys and monetary donations stay in Saratoga County, divided evenly among the three beneficiary organizations.
“Toys for Toga has become a cherished Saratoga tradition — one that perfectly reflects our community’s generosity and spirit,” said Darryl Leggieri, president of Discover Saratoga and a founding member of Toys for Toga. “It’s amazing to see so many local businesses and individuals come together year after year to make the holidays brighter for children across Saratoga County.”
From Nov. 3 through Dec. 13, participating businesses — including restaurants, bars, hotels, retail stores, and more — will feature Toys for Toga collection bins in their lobbies for new, unwrapped toy donations.
A complete list of drop-off locations is available at toysfortoga.com.
In addition to donating a toy, the public can support Toys for Toga in several ways:
Free Coffee for Toys: Donate a toy valued at $20 or more at Death Wish Coffee, 260 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–4 PM, and receive a free bag of coffee.
Druthers Toys for Toga Winter Ale: Available in 4-packs at local beverage centers, grocery stores, and on tap at select Saratoga County bars and restaurants.
Specialty Drinks: Order a Sun Cruiser Iced Tea Vodka, Green River Kentucky Bourbon, or Saratoga Water at participating downtown locations.
Make a Monetary Donation: Visit toysfortoga.com to contribute via the campaign’s GoFundMe or directly to the Saratoga County Foundation, Inc.
Businesses interested in joining the campaign are encouraged to reach out via the Toys for Toga Facebook page or contact Discover Saratoga.
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