Dolls for Daughters® and Toys for Boys® Toy Shop

Annual Toy Drive in Fort Collins

Since 2016, Kenzi’s Causes has been proudly serving the Fort Collins community with our Annual Toy Shop. Our mission is to bring holiday joy to 500 children, from birth to 18 years old, by providing them with special gifts during the holiday season.

Event Details

This event operates on a first come, first served basis. Upon arrival, you’ll receive a ticket that secures your place in line. Once the doors open, each child will receive:

  • A brand-new toy
  • A small toy
  • A stocking

We recommend bringing a large, black lawn bag or another convenient item to help transport your gifts from our venue to your vehicle.

Registration and Requirements

  • A completed survey is required to enter the Toy Shop, which will be provided on the day of the event.
  • A birth certificate (from any location) is required for each child.
  • A photo ID is required for the parent receiving the toys.
  • You may only shop for your own children at this event.

Please remember, doors will close at 2 pm or when we run out of toys. You do not need to be a Fort Collins resident to participate.

Important: For more information or answers to common questions, please refer to our Q&A page on our website or our Facebook page under Events, specifically for the Fort Collins Toy Shop. We kindly request that you do not email or message us, as all relevant details can be found on these platforms.

We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with you and spreading joy to the children in our community!

Toy Drive Give Away Details

Date: December 7, 2024

Time: 9am – 2pm or when we run out of toys

Location: TBD

  • This event is free, and attendance is not mandatory. If you do not find a gift that suits your child, you are not obligated to leave with anything.
  • We kindly ask that you refrain from posting negative comments on social media if the toys available do not meet your expectations, as this event is provided at no cost to you.
 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Fort Collins Toy Shop Partners

Bachus and Schanker Cares Foundation
ICE3D
Alpine Bank

Please read our FAQ’s before contacting us with questions.

Who is Eligible to receive toys?

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 birth certificate even if your child(ren) are in attendance. 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 parents first and last name and photo on it. No exceptions will be made.

You will NOT be allowed to shop for anyone other than your child(ren).

A limited number of people will be allowed inside the toy shop at a time. Each household must also complete an anonymous survey that will be provided the day of the event. These surveys help us get funding for this event each year.

There is NO pre-registration for this event. Children do not need to attend and we encourage that you keep them home. 

Do I have to be a resident of Fort Collins to come to this toy shop?

No, you do not have to be a resident of Fort Collins to receive services at this 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.

Do I need to sign up or register for this before the event?

No, the event is first come, first served. A completed survey will be required to enter the toy shop.

What do I need to bring with me to receive toys for my child?

  • You will need to bring a birth certificate for each of your children. We WILL NOT accept any other form of proof related to your child(ren).
  • You must bring your picture ID along with the birth certificates of each child.  The ID can be a driver’s license, passport, ID card, etc but it MUST have the parents first and last name and photo on it.
  • 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.

Can I bring someone else kids Birth certificate and still shop for them?

No, you will NOT be allowed to shop for anyone other than your child(ren).

How can I help?

Host a Toy Drive.

Help us by collecting NEW toys for a boy or girl ages birth to 18 .

Please email us at info@kenziscauses.org and put “Toy Drive” in the subject line.

 

Volunteer at the Fort Collins Toy Shop.

Click here to sign up to volunteer

 

Sponsor the Toy Shop

When you become the Dolls for Daughters® Main Sponsor, you provide smiles and joy to the less fortunate children of Colorado. You give them a chance to feel good about themselves and to look with hope toward their future. Through your benevolent gift, you will drastically change the way that children in our community see themselves and the world around them.

Please email us at info@kenziscauses.org and put “toy shop sponsor” in the subject line.

 

Drop toys at one of our drop-off locations

Click here for a list of Drop-Off Locations

 

Share the Love!

If you would like to show your support by sharing this cause with your network of friends and family, simply visit our share the love page to get sample posts to share.

Where can I drop off new toys I have collected?

Click here for a list of Drop-Off Locations to bring your toy donations.

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.

What if I have legal custody of children that are not mine and need assistance?

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 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 certificates.

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.

I would like to volunteer but I also need to get toys.

You need to wait in line and get your gifts before you can volunteer. Register for a later volunteer shift.

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