Who We Are

We are a 501(c)3 charity organization located in Canton, OH operating exclusively to bring toys, games, entertainment, and comfort to area children needing it most. We work as a resource for other 501(c)3 organizations in the area to provide the items simply not within their budget.

We are governed by a five member board of amazing community members and retain corporate counsel based out of Columbus, Ohio.

Our Beginnings

We were founded in the early 1990s by a group of women who saw a need. They had children in and out of Akron Children's Hospital and, at the time, all that was available to distract the children was Pinky the Hand Puppet and coloring books that had pages mostly colored in. They set out to form the Children's Toy Fund to help provide more for our children that were facing difficult and scary times.

The early days..

The founders spent the early days door-to-door fundraising. Their efforts would eventually grow into starting a state licensed bingo game in 1997. They developed a wonderful relationship with Akron Children's Hospital and helped to put the first Nintendo systems into their departments. The early deliveries were filled with joy and laughter - our team would deliver baskets, balloons, and goodies while dressed as clowns.

What does it look like today?

We have added service oriented activities to what we do to involve the community more in what we do. Toys and technology are absolutely amazing, but sometimes a kid needs more than just that. Our vision has extended to include a desire to provide uniquely packaged bundles or baskets that makes the recipient feel truly thought of and cared for. This vision is in addition to providing the same support to organizations that we have always provided. Although we have grown, our hearts remain the same - we genuinely want to help children and teenagers smile regardless the difficulties they are facing in that moment.