Toy Shop Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to bring in order to recive toys?
- Birth certificates ARE required for each child you would like toys for.
2. A photo ID for the parent or legal guardian will be required.
In order to participate, you MUST have a birth certificate for each of your children and you will be able to receive the items listed above for each child. Birth certificates from anywhere are accepted, you do not have to be a resident of Denver to receive services.
We WILL NOT accept any other form of proof related to your child(ren). No social security cards, no school id’s, etc.
You must have a picture ID along with the birth certificates of their children to receive services. The ID can be a driver’s license, passport, ID card, etc but it MUST have the parent or legal guardian’s first and last name and photo on it. No exceptions will be made.
You may only get toys for YOUR children or children you have legal custody of.
A completed survey will be required to enter the toy shop and will be given out on the day of the event.
We encourage you to bring a large, black lawn bag to take your toys home in or something that can help you transport your items from our venue to your vehicle.
Do I need to sign up or register to receive toys?
Registration is REQUIRED for the Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo Toy Shops. Visit our Family Services page for specific information and our Facebook page.
Se requiere registro para las tiendas de juguetes de Denver, Colorado Springs y Pueblo.Visite nuestra página de Servicios Familiares para obtener información específica y nuestra página de Facebook.
Do I have to qualify to receive toys for my children?
No, we provide support to all families who are in need of toys for their children for the holidays. We do not require that you prove you need assistance, simply that you are the guardian and how many children you have (birth certificate must be provided).
A completed survey will be required to enter the toy shop and will be given out on the day of the event.
Can I shop for a child I have legal guardianship for?
If you have legal custody of children that are not yours, you will need to bring documentation stating you have custody of the children. This can be on the letterhead of a social service agency or state agency. It must state your name and the names of each of the children you have custody or guardianship for.
You MUST also bring your photo ID and their birth certificate.
Can I shop for my Stepchildren?
Yes, you can if you have a copy of your marriage license and a copy of your spouse’s ID that is the parent of those children.
Can I shop for a child I am not a legal guardian of?
No, You may only get toys for YOUR children or children you have legal custody of. There are no exceptions to this rule.
Can I bring my children with me?
Yes, you can bring your children with you but you are not required to bring them.
How many toys will I be able to get per child?
In Denver, Pueblo, and Longmont each child will receive 1 new toy, 1 stuffed animal and 1 card game. We realize these events serve infants but we do not have a replacement item for children who are not old enough to play card games so you do not need to take the card game.
In Fort Collins and Colorado Springs each child will receive a new toy, a stocking, and a stocking stuffer.
Where are your toy shops located?
We have Toy Shop Locations in Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Longmont, Fort Collins, & Rifle.
Please click on the links above for the location nearest to you. Please note you may only shop at one toy shop.
Do I have to be a resident of Colorado to come to this toy shop?
No, you do not have to be a resident of Colorado to receive services at our toy shop. You can attend any of our toy shops that are located near you. You may only attend one of the toy shops per year, per family.
I am disabled, can I shop early or come to the front of the line when I arrive?
This event is open to anyone and we do not discriminate, however, everyone must wait their turn in line, or pre-register if required.
What if I can not attend the toy shop event, can I still get toys?
Unfortunately no. The only way that we are able to provide assistance to those in need during the holidays is through our Dolls for Daughters® and Toys for Boys® Toy Shop. We do not sponsor families in need, we help as many as we can through our toy shops.
I would like to volunteer but I also need to get toys
Please visit our Toy Shop Page for more details about how to sign up to volunteer at one of our toy shops. Space is limited.
You will need to get your toys before your volunteer shift.
Where can I drop off new toys I have collected?
Click here for a list of Drop-Off Locations to bring your toy donations.
