The Brightside Project has kicked off its annual toy drive, aimed at spreading joy and hope to local children this holiday season. The drive is underway now through December 13, 2024, leading up to the organization’s highly anticipated Bright Christmas event on December 14.

“This is a special time of year for us,” said Lisa Vittorio, Co-Director of The Brightside Project. “Our community has always stepped up to make Christmas magical for our local children, and we’re excited to see that generosity shine again this year.”

How to Participate:

The Brightside Project is accepting new, unwrapped toy donations for children ages 3-18. Contributions can be dropped off at one of the many collection bins located throughout the community:

–The Brightside Project’s new facility: 1909 N. Ellsworth Ave., Salem

–Team Dawes – Fairway Independent Mortgage

— Summit Federal Credit Union – Salem

–Drayer Physical Therapy – Salem

–Pennex – Leetonia

–First Christian Church – Salem

–Family Drug – Columbiana

–Salem First Friends Church

–Stratton Chevrolet – Salem

–Freshmark – Salem

–Starbucks – Salem

–Redneckside Motorcycle Whips LLC

–Hunt Valve – Salem

–Covington Skilled Nursing – East Palestine

–Sherwin Williams – Salem

–State Street Salon – Salem

–Visiting Angels – Salem

–Salem Family Care

Jessie’s Closet Boutique – Salem

–Dollar General – Legacy Lane location only, Salem

–The OG Ltd – Salem

For those who prefer online shopping, The Brightside Project has curated Wish Lists on Amazon and Walmart, making it easier than ever to support this cause:

Amazon: https://a.co/coPcDuR

Walmart: www.walmart.com/registry/RR/dc29b6ba-9465-47f2-b8c4-67c2f432dca4

The Impact:

Every toy donated will help bring a smile to a child’s face and brighten their holiday season. With the community’s support, The Brightside Project can ensure hundreds of children in Columbiana County and rural Mahoning County experience the joy and warmth of the holidays.

Contact

For more information about the Toy Drive or Bright Christmas event, visit www.brightsideprojectohio.org or contact The Brightside Project at lisa@brightsideprojectohio.org or 234-320-4005.

“Join us in making this Christmas unforgettable for local kids. Together, we can truly be the brightside this holiday season,” said the The Brightside Project’s Lisa Vittorio.