In April 2022, the Albuquerque Institute of Mathematics and Science (AIMS@UNM) had partnered up with us to host a toy drive for the organization . Through this event over 5 large bags were filled with all of the generous toys donated. Through this wonderful event, the toys will be donated to countless children in the Albuquerque region and even out of state. We greatly appreciate all the donations we received from the students at AIMS@UNM and look forward to working with them once again in the future.
Donation Drive at the Albuquerque Institute for Math & Science (April, 2022)
In June 2022, The Great Toy Drive had the privilege of partnering with Casa Esperanza to donate toys to children and families staying at the facility. Through this donation, hundreds of toys were provided to help brighten the lives of pediatric patients and their siblings residing at the facility. We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to support Casa Esperanza's mission and hope these gifts brought comfort and joy to the families they serve. We look forward to continuing our partnership and making a positive impact together in the future.
Casa Esperanza, June 2022
In July 2022, The Great Toy Drive had the opportunity to partner with Little Wishes to package and ship donated toys to pediatric patients at five hospitals across the United States. Through this collaborative effort, toys were carefully prepared and delivered to help bring comfort, joy, and a sense of normalcy to children undergoing medical treatment. We are thankful for the opportunity to collaborate with Little Wishes, and look forward to expanding our mission beyond New Mexico, allowing us to reach and support even more pediatric patients and their families nationwide.
Little Wishes, July 2022
In October 2022, The Great Toy Drive had the privilege of partnering with the Albuquerque Police Department to donate stuffed animals to support children in the local community. Through this collaboration, stuffed animals were provided to police officers to comfort children during emergencies, difficult situations, and times of crisis.
Albuquerque Police Department, October 2022
In January 2023, The Great Toy Drive had the opportunity to partner with Presbyterian Healthcare Services' PresNow to donate toys and stuffed animals to pediatric patients and families receiving care. Through this collaboration, dozens of donated items were delivered to help bring comfort, joy, and a positivity to children during their healthcare experience. We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with PresNow and look forward to continuing our partnership in the future.
PresNow, January 2023
In June 2023, The Great Toy Drive joined the Children's Cancer Fund of New Mexico in supporting pediatric cancer patients by providing donated toys and comfort items to children undergoing treatment. This partnership fostered meaningful moments of happiness and distraction for young patients and their families during a difficult treatment cycle. We are thankful to the Children's Cancer Fund for the opportunity to work together and remain committed to expanding our impact, bringing hope and smiles to even more children facing serious illness in the years ahead.
Children's Cancer Fund of NM, June 2023
In March 2024, The Great Toy Drive partnered with the First Nations Community HealthSource to provide toys and comfort items to children and families served by the clinic. This initiative helped bring joy to young patients while supporting First Nations Community HealthSource's commitment to delivering compassionate, community-centered healthcare. We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside their team and remain dedicated to building partnerships that extend our impact to underserved children and families throughout New Mexico.
First Nations Community Healthsource, March 2024
In June 2025, The Great Toy Drive partnered with Joy Junction to provide toys and essential items to children and families experiencing housing insecurity in New Mexico. Through this initiative, we helped bring support and comfort to families navigating difficult circumstances while supporting Joy Junction's mission of serving those in need. We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Joy Junction and remain committed to expanding our outreach to ensure that every child has the opportunity to experience kindness, dignity, and hope.
Joy Junction, June 2025
In December 2025, The Great Toy Drive hosted another community toy donation drive in partnership with the Albuquerque Institute for Math and Science (AIMS@UNM). Together, we collected and distributed toys to children and families across New Mexico experiencing domestic violence, housing insecurity, and other challenging circumstances. Through this initiative, we further expanded our outreach to Clovis, New Mexico, allowing us to extend our mission beyond Albuquerque and bring hope, comfort, and normalcy to even more children and families throughout the state during the holiday season.
The Great Toy Drive Holiday Donation Drive, December 2025
In June 2026, The Great Toy Drive was honored to partner with the Rotary Club of Albuquerque to provide toys and stuffed animals to children and families throughout the local community. This collaboration brought together volunteers and community leaders with a shared commitment to serving others, helping deliver positivity and support to children facing difficult circumstances. We sincerely appreciate the Rotary Club of Albuquerque's partnership and look forward to continuing our partnership to further strengthen and expand our impact across New Mexico.
The Rotary Club of Albuquerque, June 2026