Holiday Gift Project
Each December, Sarah’s Inn transforms the season of giving into a time of hope and joy for the families we serve. Through our annual Holiday Gift Project, parents and caregivers have the opportunity to “shop” for new gifts for their children and teens—free of charge.
This year, we aim to bring holiday cheer to more than 300 young people impacted by domestic violence—and we need your help to make it happen!
How you can help:
•Donate new, unwrapped toys, books, or gift cards (from our wish list or your own ideas!)
•Host a toy drive with your coworkers, congregation, neighbors, or friends
•Spread the word and help us share the joy throughout the community
Gift Ideas:
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- •Art Project Kits
- •Squishmallows
- •Board & card games
- •Portable speakers
- •Jewelry Boxes
- •Headphones
- •Wood blocks
- •Magnatiles
- •LEGOs
- •Guitars
- •Novelty Lighting (lava lamps, etc)
- •Portable mini-fridges
- •Gift cards – Old Navy, Target
- •Scooters or skateboards
- •Play-Doh sets
- •Baby and toddler toys by Melissa and Doug
- •Trucks and toys by Green Toys
- •Pretend-play dress up outfits
- •Play kitchen food and dishes
- •Calico Critters
- •Hopper bouncy ball
- •Karaoke microphone
- •Walkie talkies
- •Hot Wheels
- •Train Sets
- •Harry Potter & Star Wars items
- •Science & Engineering Kits
Wish Lists:
Unwrapped gifts can be shipped or dropped off to Sarah’s Inn through Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Email Ebony at ebonyw@sarahsinn.org to schedule drop-off.
Looking to drop off a toy donation? Visit one of our Holiday Gift Project partner sites!
– Forest Park Public Library (7555 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park)
– U3 Coffee Shop (7430 Madison St, Forest Park)
– River Forest Public Library (735 Lathrop Ave, River Forest)
– River Forest Police Department (400 Park Ave, River Forest)
– Maywood Police Department (125 S 5th Ave, Maywood)