The holiday season is just around the corner, and our Toys for Tots campaign is preparing to bring Christmas cheer to children throughout our local communities!
Thanks to the incredible generosity of individuals, businesses, and organizations, last year we provided
11,387 toys to more than 2,000 children from 600 local families. Together, we made the holiday season brighter for families in need, and we're excited to make an even greater impact this year.
HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED
Host a Donation Box
Local businesses, clubs, churches, and organizations are invited to host a toy donation box to help collect new, unwrapped toys.
Become a Media Partner
Help spread the word by partnering with us through local print, radio, television, or digital media outlets.
Include Us in Your Event
Planning a holiday event or fundraiser? We'd love the opportunity to participate or collaborate.
Donate Toys or Funds
Contribute new, unwrapped toys or make a monetary donation. Every contribution helps us reach more children and families during the holiday season.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
2026 Program Updates
Due to staffing limitations,
in-person registrations will not be available this year. Families in need can register online by selecting
"Request a Toy" from the dropdown menu between
October 7 and November 20.
Additionally, the eligible age range has been adjusted this year. Please review the eligibility requirements below for current program guidelines.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a resident of Southern Cambria County or Somerset County.
- Children must meet the program's age requirements.
- The applicant must have legal custody of the child(ren).
- Only one application may be submitted per household.
What to Bring on Distribution Day
- Proof of assistance (EBT/SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, WIC, etc.).
- Proof of current address matching the address listed on your application.
- Current identification for both adults and children (MyCompassPA, Benefits Verification Form, Student ID, Birth Certificate, etc.).
- Social Security cards will not be accepted.
- All documents must be originals. Copies, photographs, and handwritten records cannot be accepted. If you have difficulty obtaining required documentation, please contact the coordinators in advance.
Toy Pickup Location
- Johnstown Galleria Mall, First Floor (next to Auntie Anne's)
Pickup Dates & Times
- December 9: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- December 10: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- December 11: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
For more information or to learn how you can help, please contact the Toys for Tots Team at
johnstown.pa@toysfortots.org.