Program Overview
Bringing Joy to Kids in Need
What began as local firefighters fixing broken toys to be given to kids in need over the holidays, has turned into one of Vancouver Firefighter Charities largest giving programs. Today, Toys for Kids’ mission is simple: to bring joy to kids and families in need by providing toys and additional support during the holiday season.
The rising cost of living is putting immense pressure on families in Vancouver, with the winter holiday season adding even more financial stress. By delivering thousands of gifts to families in need, Toys For Kids helps ease that burden, provides some holiday joy and reminds children that they live in a community that cares about them.
Upcoming Toy Drives
Why it Matters
Making the Season Bright
Toys for Kids wants to make sure all kids feel the magic and joy of the holiday season.
Restoring The Joy Of the Holidays
Too many children feel left out during Christmas, waking up with no gifts to open and unable to share in the joy of the season.
Relieving Financial Pressure On Families
The rising cost of living makes the holiday season especially stressful for struggling parents. Providing gifts eases this burden and lets families focus on creating happy memories.
Fostering Inclusion and Belonging
No child should feel left out when their peers are celebrating. The program helps children feel seen, valued, and included in holiday traditions.
Encouraging Community Generosity
Toys For Kids unites businesses, organizations, civic leaders and individuals in a common cause; converting donations and toy drives into a city-wide act of kindness.
Promoting Healthy Childhood Development
Play is vital for social, emotional, and cognitive growth. The toys and sporting goods provided support physical activity, creativity, and connection.
Vancouver Firefighters Care
Toys for Kids reflects our commitment to look after the wellbeing of children in our community through bringing joy and hope during the holiday season.
In 2024
$ 200+ K
Gifts Distributed to Kids
November, 2024
1300
Gifts delivered in one day
200
Firefighters Making It Happen
Upcoming Toys For Kids Events
sunday, november 1st, 2026
Vancouver Whitecaps Toy Drive
Toys for Kids kicks off their giving campaign with their first major toy drive of the season at the Vancouver Whitecaps ‘Fan Appreciation Match’.
DetailsThursday, December 10, 2026
Toys For Kids Toy Drive
Our second and final major Toy Drive of the season. Stop by, drop off a gift, and help us spread holiday cheer.
DetailsWednesday, December 15, 2026
Pan Pacific Christmas Wish Breakfast
Vancouver’s favourite holiday event! Bring a toy, share the magic, and brighten the season for children in need.
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Community Coming Together For Kids
The impact of Toys For Kids demonstrates the power of a community united for a shared cause. The generosity of people donating at our major toy drives reflects the spirit of giving. The community impact is then magnified by the Lloyd and Elsie Campbell Foundation, whose generous contribution of over $90,000 last year helped us reach more families than ever.
London Drugs also plays a vital role by providing prime venues for our toy drives and offering a generous discount on toy purchases, ensuring we can bring even more holiday joy to children in need.
Program Overview
Targeted Support To Local Families In Need
While many of the toys we collect goes to the amazing Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau, Toys for Kids has made a commitment to focus more of our support to families in need in Vancouver. By working hand-in-hand with the Vancouver School Board we are able to identify families in Vancouver who could use extra support over the holidays.
Teachers help select age-appropriate gifts, Vancouver Firefighters purchase and wrap them, and then personally deliver them to the schools. Last year, through this direct pathway, we were able to give more than 1,300 gifts to Vancouver families!