Toy Drive
Love starts at HomeFirst. Every unwrapped gift is proof to a child that their community showed up for them — this season, in Santa Clara, Alameda, and Contra Costa counties.
Grown by a community.
In November 2020, with the world shut down and the holidays uncertain, Patricia A. DeWees worried about her great-grandchildren — and every child in her city — missing out on Christmas. Her daughter, Missionary Chelette H. DeWees, turned that worry into action and founded Love Changing The World, Inc. right there in the driveway.
With help from her assistant, Lauren Martinez, the U.S. Marine Corps' Toys for Tots program answered the call. What began as one family's plan has grown, year after year, into a movement carried by an entire community — now reaching thousands of children across three counties.
A look back at how far one driveway grew.
Register
Parents, teachers, and social workers submit the sign-up form for children ages 0–17.
Review
Our team confirms eligibility and community referrals on a first-come, first-served basis.
Invitation
Registered families are added to our list and invited to the celebration event.
Pick-Up Day
Bring a valid photo ID to receive your child's gifts. No exceptions.
Families across the Bay Area
- Ages Children 0–17 years old
- Where Santa Clara, Alameda & Contra Costa counties
- Referred by Parents, teachers, social workers & community partners
- Sign-ups First come, first served within the open window
Donate a Toy
New, unwrapped gifts for children ages 0–17.
Sponsor a Family
Cover a full LoveBlessings gift set for one household.
Host a Drop-Off
Turn your business into a community collection point.
Become a Vendor
Bring your craft to our celebration day.
Spread the Word
Share the drive with your circle and community.
This Season's Goal
[1,260] of [3,000] toys & bikes collectedAll children-friendly vendors are welcome — bring your craft to our LoveBlessings celebration.
Every partner is a patch in the same quilt — keeping families warm.
Toys for Tots
Therapeutic Services
Ministries
"Some of the families we bless are grieving. Some are rebuilding. All of them are seen — because love starts at home."
Whether you're signing up a child, sponsoring a family, or showing up on celebration day — there's a place for you in this year's LoveBlessings Toy Drive.