
In memory of Michelle Walters
A Little Giving Goes a Long Way.
Created in loving memory of Michelle Walters, Michelle’s Toy Drive carries on her giving spirit by helping local single moms and families facing financial hardship make Christmas a little brighter for their children.
Ways to help
Mom Registration
A free Christmas shopping experience for local single moms and families who are struggling to provide gifts for their children.
How to RegisterDonate Toys
Share new, unwrapped toys for local children.
Find a Drop-OffSee drop-off locations and hours.
Monetary Donation
Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference.
Ways to GiveVenmo information and details.
Mom Registration
We invite local single moms and mothers facing financial hardship to join us for a special, free Christmas shopping experience on Sunday, December 13, 2026!
Inspired by Michelle’s kindness, we want to help moms who may be struggling to make Christmas happen for their children. Whether you’re raising your children on your own, going through a difficult season, or simply don’t have the support you need, we hope to make Christmas a little easier.
Each registered mom will have the opportunity to personally choose three Christmas gifts per child, at no cost.
To make the experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible, moms will receive an assigned arrival time before the event. This is a moms-only shopping experience, so we kindly ask that children stay home.
Registration is first come, first served until spots are full.
- Date
- Sunday, December 13, 2026
Donate Toys
Help us fill the holidays with a little extra Christmas magic!
We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys and gifts for local children. Whether it’s one toy or several, every donation helps us create a special shopping experience for local moms and brings a little more joy to a child’s Christmas morning.
View Drop-Off LocationsToy Drop-Off Locations
Salon Di
3809 Harrison Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45211Drop-off hours: Tuesday–Thursday, 9:30 AM–8:00 PM
Please place donations in the bin located inside the salon lobby.
Walters Residence
6039 Hickorytree Court
Cincinnati, OH 45233Drop-off hours: Anytime
Please place donations in the bin located on the front porch.
Lutz Flowers
5110 Crookshank Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238Drop-off hours: Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Please place donations in the bin located inside the lobby.
TLG Peterbilt – Northern Kentucky
2780 Earhart Ct
Hebron, KY 41048Drop-off hours: Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–11:00 PM Closed Saturday
Please place donations in the bin located inside the lobby.
TLG Peterbilt – Cincinnati
2550 Annuity Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45241Drop-off hours: Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–11:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
Please place donations in the bin located inside the lobby.
Find the Drop-Off Nearest You
Enter your address or ZIP code and we’ll show the closest drop-off location.
Give a Monetary Donation
Can’t make it to a toy drop-off? You can still help make Christmas special!
Monetary donations allow us to purchase additional gifts and fill in any gaps, helping ensure we have a wonderful variety of toys and gifts for children of all ages.
Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference.
For security purposes, we’re sharing our official Venmo information directly. Please text Maria Powell using the button below to receive the donation link.
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Our Mission
Spreading kindness, honoring Michelle, and making Christmas brighter.
Michelle’s Toy Drive was created in loving memory of Michelle Walters, a woman whose kindness and generosity made a lasting impact on those around her.
Inspired by Michelle’s giving heart and the kindness she once showed Maria, we’re continuing her legacy by helping local single moms and families facing financial hardship make Christmas special for their children.
Today, Michelle’s Toy Drive carries on that same tradition by bringing our community together to support moms who may be facing difficult circumstances or simply don’t have the support system they need.
Our goal is to give moms the same experience Michelle gave Maria: the opportunity to personally choose gifts for their own children, knowing someone cares and they’re not alone.
We hope to continue growing Michelle’s Toy Drive each year, spreading kindness, bringing families together, and keeping Michelle’s memory alive.
A Little Giving Goes a Long Way.
Get in Touch
Questions about registering, donating, or getting involved? We’d love to hear from you!
Email Usmichellestoydrive@gmail.com