The Toy Chest is kicking off our 2026 Christmas Project — and this year, the elves are back in school at Elf Academy!

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Since 2011, the Toy Chest Children’s Charity has brought together people from across Kentucky around one simple belief that every child deserves to experience the joy of Christmas.

 

What began as a small effort to help local children has grown into a community of volunteers, donors, sponsors, businesses, schools, churches, and organizations who come together each year to make Christmas possible for kids and families across Kentucky.

 

And none of it happens without you.

 

The Toy Chest is a grassroots, all-volunteer 501(c)(3) organization. There is no large staff behind the scenes. There are simply people who care, giving their time, resources, creativity, and generosity to make sure children in our communities know they haven't been forgotten.

 

This year, we're coming together again with one goal:

 

Christmas Joy for Every Girl and Boy.

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Whether you sponsor a child, volunteer for a few hours, organize a toy or clothing drive, make a donation, or encourage your business to get involved, there is a place for you at The Toy Chest.