You can help make the holidays brighter by donating to underserved communities in our area. Check out these local organizations and donate in person or online: 

skylight foundation

The Skylight Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Skylight Financial Group, a financial planning firm in Ohio with a primary office in Toledo. The firm's 7th Annual Toy Drive is underway and donations are being accepted until 12/10. You can drop off unwrapped gifts for children ages newborn-18 to Skylight Financial Group at 7150 W Central Ave, Suite 100 in Toledo or donate online via Paypal.

leading families home

Leading Families Home offers emergency shelter and behavioral health services. They have two shelters in Toledo, one on N Erie and one on Ashland Ave that is currently under renovation. Both shelters assist families and the newly renovated location will act as an overflow for up to 75 people. Their Holiday Donation Drive includes Family Adoptions, wish lists, kids' gift lists, and hair & skincare wish lists. Make a donation and learn more here. 

toys for tots

There are plenty of ways to make local Toys for Tots donations. Click here to donate online or find a toy drop site in Lucas and Wood County or here for Hancock County. Another way to help out is by bringing an unwrapped toy to Hollywood Casino on December 8th between 11:00 AM-7:00 PM. Participants can win a mycash prize between $5-$5,000. Southeast Michigan Kia Dealers are also partnering with the organization. Go to Kia.com to find a local dealer and drop off an unwrapped toy at any SE MI location.

seagate food bank's project pj

Now through the end of February, Seagate Food Bank is collecting PJs (including teen sizes), slippers, blankets, pillowcases, books, stuffed animals, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and hygiene items to help local children who don't have basic bedtime necessities. You can make a monetary donation here or browse their Amazon Wish list here.

family house

Family House is the largest family shelter in NW Ohio. So far in 2021, the organization has clothed, fed, and cared for over 300 people. More than half of those assisted were children. Their goal is to end the cycle of poverty by transitioning families into permanent housing. You can help make the holidays special for families facing financial hardships by donating here. A $50 gift will provide 5 meals to a family at the shelter. A $100 gift will provide a family with four nights of shelter. 

geer edibles blanket drive

Geer Edibles Family Bakery in Sylvania is partnering with Olivia's #WarmHearts through December 23rd. The organization distributes blankets to people experiencing homelessness. You can drop off new or gently used adult size blankets to the bakery, 8252 Mayberry Square N, Sylvania, OH. All participants will receive a coupon for $2 off a dozen donuts valid January 11th-February 28th and an entry to win prizes during the December 23rd drawing. 

Susie's coats

Susie's Coats provides children in need with winter gear in Lucas, Wood, Fulton, Hancock, and Sandusky counties in Ohio as well as Monroe County Michigan. All children served by the organization receive a new winter coat, hat, and gloves. To date, over 25,000 warm apparel items have been distributed. View donation options here.

findlay hope house

Hope House provides transitional shelter and helps individuals into permanent housing. They also provide case management and rental assistance for people in danger of losing their homes. Hope House is in need of paper towels, toilet paper, diapers, laundry detergent, toilet bowl cleaner and brushes, dish detergent, rubber gloves, gas cards, and grocery cards. You can donate and learn more here.

taylor auto 12 days of christmas giving

Taylor Automotive has selected 12 organizations to give back to this holiday season. You can help by stopping into your local Taylor Auto dealership and making a $5 minimum donation to one of the following charities: Unruly Arts, Aurora Project, Sylvania Area Family Services, Brothers United, A.N.G.E.L.S., Keeping Kids Safe, Children's Mentoring Connection, Toys for Tots Findlay, Family Promise of Lima-Allen County, Seagate Food Bank, Moms House, or Our Daily Bread. Those who donate will receive a Lil' Steve Bobble Head to decorate. You can make donations and submit a picture of your decorated Lil' Steve until December 17th. The winner of the decorating contest will be entered to win $1,000 along with those who make a general donation. Taylor Automotive will match individual donations up to $50 and will give an additional $1,000 to the organization with the most donations. Learn more here. 

salvation army northwest ohio area services

The Salvation Army has teamed up with Walmart to provide gifts to local children in need. You can make in-store toy donations at your local Walmart or purchase from the Angel Tree Registry here.