Josephine County Oregon Toys for Tots

Home
United States
Grants Pass, OR
Josephine County Oregon Toys for Tots

Call Directions Website Contact the organization

The objectives of Toys for Tots are to help less fortunate children throughout the United States experience the joy of Christmas.

For over 23 Years Josephine County has been involved with Marine Corps Toys for Tots with it's Partner Young Marines Organization of Josephine County. Parents/Caregivers must register online and submit for approval the application. You will get a return confirmation. When checking in at the distribution date you must have Valid OR Drivers License or ID Card, Proof of how many children you are applying for -i.e. Medical Card, WIC Card or Oregon Trail Card. Proof you reside in Josephine County or the Rogue River/Wimer area. This years GiveAway/Distribution dates are Sunday, December 20, 2020 from 10:00am to 6:00pm and Monday, December 21, 2020 from 10:00am to 4:00pm

11/05/2026

📚🎄 THE BOOKS ARE HERE! 🎄📚

Christmas magic is already happening behind the scenes at Josephine County Toys for Tots! ❤️💚

Our books have arrived, and our amazing youth volunteers have been hard at work sorting through them and getting everything organized for the children in our community! 📖✨

One of our favorite parts of this campaign is watching our young volunteers step up and give back. They aren’t just sorting books. They’re learning the importance of serving others, working together, and making a difference right here in their own community.

Because Christmas isn’t just about toys. It’s about imagination, learning, and giving children something they can treasure long after the wrapping paper is gone. ❤️

And there’s something pretty special about kids helping make Christmas magical for other kids. 🥹🎁

Let’s hear it! 📚 What was YOUR favorite book growing up? Drop the title in the comments! We might just discover some childhood favorites! 👇

🎄 One County. One Mission. Christmas for Every Child.

11/04/2026

🎄❤️ BEHIND THE MAGIC: MEET THE HEARTS OF TOYS FOR TOTS! ❤️🎄

Have you ever wondered who is actually behind the Josephine County Toys for Tots campaign?

Well, we’re about to introduce you to them! 🧸🎁

Starting TOMORROW, we’re kicking off our Volunteer Spotlight Series, where you’ll get to meet the incredible people who give their time to help bring Christmas joy to children right here in our community.

But before we start, there’s something we want everyone to know.

We’re just ordinary people. ❤️

We’re not rich. We’re not superheroes. We don’t have unlimited resources or endless hours in our days.

We’re parents, grandparents, students, employees, spouses, and neighbors. Some of us work full-time jobs, raise families, attend school, coach youth programs, or volunteer with other organizations.

We have busy schedules, responsibilities, bills to pay, and our own struggles, just like everyone else.

But we all have one thing in common.

We believe every child deserves to feel the magic of Christmas. 🎄

And we believe you don’t have to have a lot of money, a fancy title, or a perfect life to make a difference in someone else’s.

That’s why we’re starting this series.

We want our community to see the faces behind the campaign. To learn who our volunteers are, what they do outside of Toys for Tots, why they chose to get involved, and what giving back means to them.

Because these amazing people deserve to be recognized, not just for what they do during Christmas, but for who they are every day.

And maybe, just maybe, someone reading their stories will realize that they can make a difference, too. ❤️

🎁 Our first Volunteer Spotlight goes LIVE tomorrow!

💬 In the meantime, we’d love to know: Have you ever volunteered for something that ended up meaning more to you than you expected?

Share your experience below! 👇

❤️ One County. One Mission. Christmas for Every Child. ❤️

11/02/2026

🎄🎁 WE NEED YOUR VOTES! LET THE CHRISTMAS WRAPPING SHOWDOWN BEGIN! 🎁🎄

Last night, Josephine County Toys for Tots hosted our 1st Annual Volunteer Potluck, and what a fun evening it was! ❤️💚

We enjoyed some great food, laughter, and time together getting to know the amazing people who are helping make this Christmas season special for children in our community.

But the REAL entertainment came at the end of the night when our YOUTH VOLUNTEERS competed in a hilarious Christmas wrapping challenge! 😂🎁

Let’s just say… their wrapping skills were definitely one of a kind! 🤣

We had THREE unforgettable contestants:

🎁 #1 – The North Valley Knights ⚔️

🎄 #2 – Cindy Lou Who 💕

✨ #3 – The Presently Fabulous 🎀

And now… WE NEED YOUR HELP TO CROWN THE WINNER! 🏆

🗳️ HOW TO VOTE:

❤️ Take a look at the pictures!

💚 Comment or message us 1, 2, or 3 for your favorite!

🎁 The team with the MOST VOTES will win a special prize!

📣 SHARE THIS POST WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY! Let’s get as many votes as possible and give these youth volunteers some well-deserved recognition!

We love seeing our young volunteers come together, have fun, make memories, and build friendships while giving back to their community. This is what Toys for Tots is all about! ❤️

NOW TELL US… WHO WRAPPED IT BEST?! 😂🎄🎁

10/31/2026

🎃👻 Come See Us at Trunk or Treat! 🎃🍬

Come on down to Calvary Chapel Grants Pass and meet Isabella, our Josephine County Toys for Tots Youth Ambassador! ❤️🎁

Stop by, say hello, grab some candy, and learn a little more about what we’re doing to bring Christmas joy to children in our community this year! 🎄

We can’t wait to see all the costumes and smiling faces! 🧡

Happy Halloween from Josephine County Toys for Tots! 🎃🎁

10/30/2026

🎄❤️ A Little Kindness Can Go a Long Way! ❤️🎄

There’s something pretty special about living in a community where people still show up for one another.

Sometimes it’s a neighbor helping a neighbor. Sometimes it’s a stranger doing something kind without expecting anything in return. And sometimes it’s an entire community coming together to make Christmas a little brighter for children they’ve never even met. 🎁

That’s one of our favorite things about Josephine County Toys for Tots.

We get to see the good in people. The kindness, the generosity, and the genuine love our community has for its children.

And we think that’s something worth celebrating. ❤️

🎅 Let’s spread a little positivity today!

We want to hear about the GOOD happening right here in Josephine County!

👇 Tag a person, business, or organization that deserves a little recognition for the kindness they show our community.

Let’s fill these comments with some love and give a few people the recognition they deserve! ❤️

🎄 One County. One Mission. Christmas for Every Child.

10/29/2026

🎄❤️ CHRISTMAS MAGIC STARTS WITH OUR COMMUNITY! ❤️🎄

Have you ever thought about how many hands it takes to make Christmas morning special for a child?

It’s not just the person who donates a toy.

It’s the business that puts out a donation box. The volunteer who spends hours sorting toys. The teenager who gives up their Saturday to help. The person who shares a post so another family knows where to turn for help.

It’s an entire community coming together for children they may never even meet. ❤️

Here in Josephine County, we’re working hard to make sure children in need get to experience the excitement of Christmas morning.

And the beautiful thing about Toys for Tots? You don’t have to spend a single dollar to make a difference.

You can volunteer, spread the word, host a collection box, or simply encourage someone else to get involved.

Every little bit matters, and we’re grateful for every person who chooses to be part of this mission. 🎁

🎅 Now we want to hear from YOU!

What’s your favorite Christmas tradition from when you were a child? Was it baking cookies, looking at Christmas lights, opening stockings, or something completely different?

Share it in the comments! Let’s spread a little Christmas cheer today! 🎄❤️

One County. One Mission. Christmas for Every Child.

10/28/2026

🎄 A little behind-the-scenes Christmas chaos! 🎅😂

Here’s something you might not know about Josephine County Toys for Tots…

Christmas doesn’t just magically happen in December. There’s a whole lot going on behind the scenes MONTHS before the first toy gets handed out!

We’re making phone calls, planning events, finding volunteers, organizing donation locations, figuring out where everything is going to go, and probably drinking way too much coffee along the way. ☕😂

And the funny part? We’re a team of volunteers with jobs, families, kids, and a whole lot of other things going on.

But we keep showing up because we know what all this work is for. ❤️

We’re building something special here in Josephine County, and we’re excited to bring you along for the ride.

So here’s your chance to get to know us a little better!

🎅 What would you like to see more of on our page?

🎄 Behind-the-scenes pictures of our Christmas preparations?

🎁 Meet our volunteers and community partners?

😂 Funny moments and Christmas chaos?

❤️ Stories about the people making it all happen?

Drop your answer below! We want this page to be more than donation requests. We want it to feel like a community. ❤️

One County. One Mission. Christmas for Every Child.

10/28/2026

🎄 WE NEED YOUR PALLETS! 🎄

Josephine County Toys for Tots is looking for gently used wooden pallets for our 1st Annual Christmas Carnival! 🎅❤️

Our Josephine County Toys for Tots Youth Ambassador and her youth staff have some big plans! They’re getting ready to roll up their sleeves, grab some paintbrushes, and turn donated pallets into festive Christmas carnival booths! 🎨🔨

We’re trying to make this event as special as possible while keeping costs low so we can focus on what matters most — bringing Christmas joy to children throughout Josephine County! ❤️

🎁 Do you have pallets sitting around that you would be willing to donate? Or know a local business that might have some extras?

We’re looking for pallets that are in good, usable condition.

📩 Please send us a message if you can help!

Even if you don’t have pallets, sharing this post could help us find someone who does!

🎄 One County. One Mission. Christmas for Every Child. 🎄

10/27/2026

🎄❤️ Let’s Talk About the Magic of Christmas! 🎁

Do you remember that ONE Christmas gift you couldn’t wait to open as a kid?

Maybe it was a bicycle, a doll, a toy truck, or something you had been wishing for all year.

Chances are, you don’t remember how much it cost. You remember how it made you feel. ❤️

That’s what we’re working toward this Christmas in Josephine County.

Through Toys for Tots, we want children in our community to experience that same excitement. The anticipation on Christmas Eve, the joy of opening a present, and the feeling of knowing someone thought of them.

And we need our community to help make those memories possible!

🎅 So let’s have a little fun today!

💬 What was your absolute FAVORITE Christmas gift you received as a child?

Tell us in the comments! Bonus points if you still have it or can find a picture! 📸

We can’t wait to read your answers and bring back some Christmas memories!

❤️ One County. One Mission. Christmas for Every Child.

Address

Grants Pass, OR
97526

Telephone

+15414994157

Website

https://josephinecounty.toysfortots.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Josephine County Oregon Toys for Tots posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.