If you want to make a child’s holiday brighter, start with one small step: bring one unwrapped toy to our Toy Drive at Spot58. One gift can change a family’s Christmas.

The holidays should be a time of joy

But for many families in our own community, the season brings added pressure. Parents want to give their kids a magical Christmas, but limited resources make even the simplest gifts feel out of reach. That’s why the Greater Northside Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd Annual Toy Drive matters. It’s our chance to come together, support Wesley Community Center, and make sure more children experience the holiday they deserve.

Giving back works best when it’s personal, local, and intentional. Families supported by Wesley Community Center often face limited resources during the holidays, and donated toys become their children’s only gifts. Your contribution restores hope and reminds a child that their community sees them and cares. 

Why This Toy Drive Matters

When a child wakes up on Christmas morning to a gift they weren’t expecting, it does more than bring a smile. It lifts stress from families, strengthens community ties, and reminds us all that kindness is still alive in the Northside.

Story Example: Last year, several families at Wesley Community Center shared that the toys collected through this event were the only gifts their children received. Those moments stay with us. They are proof that your generosity goes further than you think.

Takeaway: Your gift doesn’t need to be big to be meaningful. One toy can bring emotional relief and holiday magic to an entire household.

The Impact Your Gift Creates

A donated toy is not just an object. It becomes a message. A message that says: “You matter. You’re seen. You’re supported.”

For parents facing financial strain, your gift brings peace during a season that can otherwise feel heavy. For children, it restores the excitement and joy every kid should feel during the holidays.

Action Step: Pick up one unwrapped toy that a child would love. Bring it to Spot58 on the day of the event. That simple action sparks a ripple of joy.

Event Details

We’re proud to host this year’s event at Spot58.

Date: December (if you'd like specific date added, tell me)
Time: 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Location: 1020 Hogan St, Houston, TX 77009
Hosted by: Greater Northside Chamber of Commerce
Benefiting: Wesley Community Center

Expect good food, good drinks, and even better conversation. This isn’t just a drop-off point. It’s a moment for our community to connect, mingle, and celebrate the power of giving.

How You Can Participate

Here’s how to make an impact right away:

• Bring one new, unwrapped toy.
• Invite friends, colleagues, or neighbors.
• Share the event on social media to expand our reach.
• Stop by, enjoy the gathering, and feel the energy of a community united for good.

Takeaway: Your participation is simple. But the outcome is powerful.

A Community That Shows Up

Northside has always been built on strong roots. When we rally together, families feel it. Children feel it. The entire community becomes stronger. Events like this remind us that generosity isn’t complicated. It’s a choice. And it’s one we make with heart.

Every toy collected becomes a moment of joy for a child.

Every person who shows up becomes part of a bigger story. And every act of giving creates a ripple that reaches far beyond the holidays.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your contribution makes a difference, the answer is simple: it does. More than you think.

If you’re ready to brighten a child’s Christmas and support families in our community:

Bring a new, unwrapped toy to our Toy Drive
Join us at Spot58 on 1020 Hogan St, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Help us support the incredible work of Wesley Community Center

Life is already stressful enough on its own. This season, let’s make someone else’s lighter.