Ways To Get Involved

Donate New Toys and Gifts
We’re collecting new, unwrapped gifts for children ages newborn to 21 year olds. Gift cards are also welcome—please label them with the dollar amount.

• Drop-Off Deadline: November 30th, 2026
• Location: Mitchell Thorp Foundation, 2382 Faraday Ave, Suite 150, Carlsbad, CA 92008
• Office Hours: Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM

If your business or organization would like to host a toy drive, we’ll provide a toy collection box, flyer and an informational email to share with your team.

Volunteer at Our Wrap-A-Thon
Join us for our Wrap-A-Thon event, where volunteers come together to wrap hundreds of gifts in preparation for delivery days.
Dates: December 2 – December 4th, 2026
Location: Mitchell Thorp Foundation, 2382 Faraday Ave, Suite 150, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Wrap-A-Thon Sessions:

• Wednesday, December 2 |   12 PM – 4 PM
• Thursday, December 3 |  12 PM – 4 PM
• Friday, December 4 |  12 PM – 6 PM

We’ll have wrapping stations ready with paper, tape, scissors, and more. Extra wrapping supplies are always appreciated, as we’ll be wrapping a large number of gifts. Enjoy tea, coffee, cookies, and light refreshments while you wrap and connect with others making a difference.