Staten Island’s Project Hospitality, Other New York Orgs Receive Toy, School Supplies, Clothing Donations For Local Families In Need
Spreading Holiday Cheer to Families In Need
Editor’s note: This year we covered the Bayonne Toy Drive to benefit local families. Hank the Horse paid a visit to NYC to benefit the local Salvation Army‘s Red Kettle back in 2022. We also covered last year’s Angel Tree event by the Salvation Army.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the completion of New York’s annual statewide donation drive to benefit families in need across the state. Donations of new unwrapped toys, new or gently used coats, and new school supplies were collected to assist community-based organizations during the holiday giving season.
“I am grateful for the generosity of so many New Yorkers who made donations this year to help families in need this holiday season,” Governor Hochul said. “With the holidays fast approaching, we are working hard to ensure these meaningful gifts make it to families across the state, as well as spreading happiness and joy to those in need.”
Office of General Services Commissioner Jeanette Moy said, “Every holiday season, OGS is proud to support New York State’s Holiday Toy, Coat, and School Supply Drive. I join Governor Hochul in thanking everyone who made these heartfelt donations to their fellow New Yorkers, that are making spirits bright across the state.”
Through drop-off locations set up by the Office of General Services, shipped donations received at the Empire State Plaza, and other outlets, 6,200 donations were made and are being distributed to families in underserved communities throughout New York State. This year, 2,600 toys were donated through drop boxes, and the Compassion Coalition, a non-profit based in Utica that focuses on community-based giving and meeting needs as they arise, donated 2,119 toys and 172 new coats. In partnership with community organizations, 18 holiday events were hosted across the state’s 10 official regions to distribute the donations.

December 23, 2024 — Albany, NY — Governor Kathy Hochul distributes toys to families with the United Way of the Capital Region. Image Credit – Mike Groll/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul
The following is a breakdown of total donations received by category:
Toys: 4,719
Coats and Jackets: 588
School Supplies: 489
Miscellaneous Apparel: 190
Miscellaneous (Other): 214
Donations are being distributed to:
Capital Region
United Way of the Greater Capital Region
Sheridan Hollow – Affordable Housing Partnership
Grassroot Givers
Second Chance for Adults
Mohawk Valley
Integrated Community Alternatives Network
North Country
Southern Tier
Pro Action of Steuben and Yates Inc.
Broome County Urban League
Long Island
Western NY
Chautauqua County Rural Ministry
Finger Lakes
Hudson Valley
Central NY
The Spanish Action League of Onondaga County (La Liga)
New York City
Project Hospitality, Staten Island
AM Latrice Walker, Brooklyn
New Settlement Community Center, Bronx
New Jerusalem Worship Center, Queens
Henry Street Settlement, Manhattan

December 23, 2024 — Albany, NY — Governor Kathy Hochul distributes toys to families with the United Way of the Capital Region. Image Credit – Mike Groll/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul

December 23, 2024 — Albany, NY — Governor Kathy Hochul distributes toys to families with the United Way of the Capital Region. Image Credit – Mike Groll/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul
Banner Image: December 23, 2024 — Albany, NY — Governor Kathy Hochul distributes toys to families with the United Way of the Capital Region. Image Credit – Mike Groll/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul
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