Annual Reach Out Lakota Giving Tree

LAKOTA FAMILY YMCA GIVING TREE

Spread some holiday cheer!  Visit our Giving Tree at the Lakota YMCA, pick a gift tag, and help make someone's season brighter!

How it works:

  1. Select a gift tag off the Giving Tree.
  2. Purchase the gift listed on the tag.
  3. Return the unwrapped gift with the tag taped on it.

DEADLINE: We will need all gifts back to the Y by DECEMBER 8, 2024.  If you miss the deadline you will have to take the gift to the address below.

Thank you for your generosity and support in making a differenc this holiday season!


Holiday Gift Program FAQ’s:   

Visit the website HERE

 

What is the Holiday Gift Program? This is the annual toy drive by Reach Out Lakota that provides gifts to 1,000 local children whose families are experiencing financial hardship.

Where/when do I deliver the gift? All gifts should be delivered on Monday, December 9th to

Anthem House Church, 7974 Barret Road, between 1 and 7pm.

 

How do I sign up to help give gifts? Individuals can text toys2024 to 866-901-4644, visit our website or click here to find our gift form.

 

Can I do a group collection? Groups can partner with us by texting toypartner2024 to 866-901-4644 or click here or visit our website and use our partner form. Use this option for family gatherings, office teams, churches, etc.

Why do you ask for gifts with a $30-$50 suggested value? This amount is set simply to help ensure that all of the children receive gifts of a similar value.

 

How do I know what toy the child wants? Our program does not match gifts with specific children. Rather, we let parents “shop” from all donated gifts. Each parent will choose the gift that will bring their child the most joy. The wide array of gifts donated ensures that there is something to match every interest and that all gifts selected are parent approved.

 

What happens with donated gift cards? Most often these are selected as gifts by parents of teens. Selecting gifts for teens can be hard for parents and donors alike; we find that gift cards are much appreciated and preferred by older children.

 

I’m not a shopper, how can I help? Monetary donations made done online or through the mail allow us to shop on your behalf. Shopping volunteers will use your donation to ensure that we have the right array of gifts to meet the needs of all children enrolled – even those that enroll at the last minute. Mail donations to Holiday Gift Program, Reach Out Lakota, PO Box 362, West Chester, OH, 45071. Online donations can be made on our website or by using our support form.

 

Are used toys ok? We ask that all gifts/toys be new.

 

Is Reach Out Lakota a tax-exempt organization? Yes, we are an Ohio 501c3 tax exempt organization.

 

How can I get a receipt for my donation? Receipts can be requested through our website or by emailing questions@reachoutlakota.org.

 

Can I get a copy of your video explaining the program to show to my group? Yes, contact Sue at scheney@reachoutlakota.org

 

Where can I find more information?