City of Dallas to host Toy Drive

DALLAS – The Office of Community Care is hosting its annual holiday festival on Dec. 2, 2023.

Festivities include photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, snacks, crafts and games. The party, which will take place at the West Dallas Multipurpose Center, is also the kickoff of registration for the Santa Helper’s Toy Distribution for children in the West Dallas community.

Families with children up to age 12 who live in the 75208, 75211 and 75212 zip codes who need help putting gifts under the tree can register for the drive to get in receiving presents for their children.

Registration starts Dec. 2 and will continue until Saturday, Dec. 9. Registration is in person at West Dallas Multipurpose Center, and proof of address, household income and number of children in the household are required.

Families can register from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Monday, Dec. 4 to Friday, Dec. 8 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9. West Dallas Multipurpose Center is located at 2828 Fish Trap Rd., Dallas, TX 75212.

In 2022, the Santa Helper’s Toy Drive served over 500 children in West Dallas.