From the Orange County Newsroom
In Summary:
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings launched the 2025 Mayor’s Holiday Toy Drive, marking its 15th year of spreading holiday cheer to local families in need. Since 2011, the initiative has collected more than 97,000 toys and is expected to surpass the 100,000 mark this year thanks to continued community support. Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be made online through the virtual toy store or dropped off at one of 37 locations around the county by early December. The drive benefits local youth agencies, schools, and nonprofits, emphasizing the power of collective generosity to make the holidays brighter for children across Orange County.
Last week, Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings launched the 2025 Orange County Mayor’s Holiday Toy Drive, which is celebrating its 15th year of providing toys and gifts to local families. Since 2011, the toy drive has collected more than 97,000 toys and gifts. This year, thanks to generous donations, the toy drive is likely to surpass the milestone of 100,000 toys collected since its launch.
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“Each toy donated represents more than a gift; it’s a reminder that our community cares,” said Mayor Demings. “When we come together to give, we lift spirits and bring hope to families across Orange County.”
Donations support Orange County youth and family agencies, including the families who receive the gifts, Wraparound Orange, Orange County Public Schools Kids’ Closet, and local nonprofit organizations.
Residents can conveniently donate online or drop new, unwrapped items at one of 37 locations around the county. Here are details on how to participate:
SHOP ONLINE: Purchase a gift online from the virtual toy store by Monday, December 1, 2025. All purchases will be shipped directly to the holiday warehouse.
DONATE IN PERSON: Please drop off new, unwrapped toy donations by Monday, December 8, 2025. Use the interactive map to find a nearby location.
The toy drive serves youth from infants through teens. Cash, gift cards, and plush toys are not accepted. Please include extra items where appropriate—for example, batteries with electronic toys or crayons with a coloring book.
For more information, including a complete list of drop-off locations and the link to shop online, please visit www.ocfl.net/ToyDrive.
