This is our annual (15 years)) round-up of Toys for Tots programs in Western Pennsylvania for 2025. I’ve done my best to sort through the available information and provide you what you may need to know. PLEASE click through to the applicable link to double check the details. I will update as information becomes available.
BIG CHANGE – Toys for Tots has an app
you can download for iPhone or Android.
I tried the Android version. It has options to find a site near you, submit the family application, check your application status, and information about donating. The app is also in Spanish. I don’t know how well it works, no one does right? So if you use it, follow up with your county contact sooner rather than later.
Why should I share this blog post?
Some registrations begin in October Please circulate as Toys for Tots may be the only option for our neighbors. People who aren’t using these programs often have reasonable assumptions that they can request toys in December or that they can choose toys, etc. They need solid information as soon as possible to manage their expectations.
You never know if someone in your social media circle could benefit from Toys for Tots or similar programs. They may not tell you. People are losing jobs left and right. Maybe they are more focused on paying the rent than holiday gifts, but that will change. Regularly sharing this without judgment on your social media platforms will reach more people.
Some of the Toys for Tots pages are harsh and regimented. Others are heavy on Christian themes. Some are pretty respectful and dignified. I wish I could make it more respectful and dignified for everyone. Also, I cannot confirm that these projects are LGBTQ friendly/affirming. Some are affiliated with the Salvation Army or other faith-based organizations. So proceed with that in mind.
One thing I noticed is that most of the projects have cut back hours, enrollment times, toys that will be distributed, etc. A few other things to bear in mind
- Click through to your county link and triple check the information.
- If you can find a Facebook page, I suggest liking it and checking regularly
Please share this information with anyone who may need it and share it soon – some counties have cutoff dates in late October. Share in groups, share on pages, share via private email. People need accurate information.
Please note that the Play It Forward project is another option. We’ll do a separate post on their organization. Their distribution is To Be Announced. at the David Lawrence Convention Center. This project CAN be confirmed as LGBTQ welcoming and affirming. If you have items to donate, I very much suggest you consider Play It Forward. Here is their donation page.
Toys for Tots
When you visit the Toys for Tots websites, you can search by County. Be sure to click on the Request a Toy OR About Toys For Tots > Local and National News links if you don’t see information on the homepage. Poke around to find a phone number or email address.
If you cut and paste from this list, please include the link to the original post, thank you.
Allegheny (Northeastern Allegheny, Northwestern Westmoreland and Armstrong Counties)
- Online application at https://tarentum-pa.toysfortots.org
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
- Applications accepted from individuals October 1- November 20, 2025.
- Once you apply you will need to write down your control number as this will be used for you to check your applcation and to pick up your gifts.
Please check your email often as emails will be sent with Info. PLEASE only apply once and Only the parents or legal guardian can apply for toys for tots - Contact person; Jennifer Neilen 724-462-6998
- Facebook will be updated most often
- If you do not receive a email by December 10, 2025 with date and time of pick up please email tarentum.pa@toysfortots.org
Allegheny (Southern)
- The Pittsburgh Toys for Tots campaign will begin accepting nonprofit toy requests October 9, with applications closing November 3.
- To apply to become a distributor of toys from Toys for Tots, please check back here for full instructions and requirements on October 9.
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
- Follow on Facebook for updates
Allegheny (Northwestern) and Beaver counties
- Enrollment by email. DEADLINE SINGLE Family Applications are open. No end date listed.
- No further information provided.
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Armstrong
- See Allegheny Northeastern.
Beaver
- See Allegheny Northwest
Bedford
- Enrollment information posted on Facebook page.
- Applicants MUST:
*Be a resident of Bedford County, PA
*Children must be aged 0 to 14
*Person applying must have custody of the children and must be present to sign up
*Attend a sign-up event listed below and provide the following at the time of sign up:
– Proof of current address
– Current Identification for adults and children. IDs can include Benefits Verification Form, Student IDs,
Birth Certificates, etc. NO Social Security Cards.
– Documents must be the original. No copies, pictures, or handwritten documents.
* DO NOT CALL SIGN UP LOCATIONS WITH QUESTIONS. - Saturday, November 1 – Sign up at Bedford Library – 10 AM – 3 PM
- 240 South Wood Street, Bedford PA 15522
- Monday, Nov 3 – Loysburg Subway Res
- 2108 Woodbury Pike, Loysburg, PA 16659
- Tuesday, November 4 – Sign up at The Hornet’s Nest – 4 PM – 8 PM
- 133 Washington St, Hyndman, PA 15545
- Thursday, November 6 –Sign up at Everett Free Library – 2 PM – 7 PM
- 137 E Main St, Everett, PA 15537
- Friday, November 7– Sign up at Bedford Library – 1 PM – 6 PM
- 240 South Wood Street, Bedford PA 15522
- Saturday November 8 – Saxton Martin General Store 10am-3pm
- Thursday November 13 – Everett Free Library 2pm -7pm
- Friday November 14 – Bedford Library 1-6pm
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
- Follow on Facebook for updates
- Email bedfordcountypa@toysfortots.org
- Phone 814-768-8687
Blair (Blair, N. Cambria, Jefferson and Indiana county residents)
- Email : ebensburgt4t@usmc.mil Phone: (814) 250-0977
- This year we will be distributing toys starting December 10th, continuing through December 14th, with snow dates of December 17th and 18th. The snow days will only be used if one of the regular distribution days is canceled or closed early due to inclement weather, and will be posted on our Facebook page, announced on local radio stations and local TV stations. Our hours will be from 11 am to 6 pm each day to include the snow days
- Our distribution point will be from in the Logan Valley Mall in ALtoona, PA located next to Spencers store.
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
- Follow on Facebook for updates
- Click here for application
Butler
- Enrollment: Registration for 2025 will be on-line October 1-November 30
- Go here to complete the form and click submit. PRINT your copy or screenshot it to take with you for the distribution. This will respond with the time and day for you to come pick up.
- Distribution – You will be notified. Check this site for updates.
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
- Organization: Community Care Connections
Website: Community Care Connections.org
Address: 415 North Duffy Road
Butler, Pennsylvania, 16001
BUTLER COUNTY, Pennsylvania, 16001
Cambria North (If you live North of West Taylor, Middle Taylor, East Conemaugh, Franklin, Ehrnfeld, Willmore, and Portage)
- See Blair County information
Cambria South (and Somerset County)
- 2025 Changes: In-person signups are not available this year due to staffing limitations. And, age range has been reduced from 0 – 12 due to the lack of intererest from the order age groups. Families in need can register at the link above by clicking the “REQUEST A TOY” from the dropdown from October 1 to November 20.
- Eligibility Requirements Must be a resident of Southern Cambria or Somerset County.
- Children must be ages 0 to 12.
- The applicant must have legal custody of the children and be present at sign-up.
- Please do not bring children to sign-up events — the gifts are from Santa!
- Only you will be permitted to pick up toys at the warehouse. If you bring someone to help carry gift bags, they will need to wait outside the pickup location.
- What to Bring on distribution day
- Proof of assistance (e.g., EBT/SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, WIC).
- Proof of current address (must match the address listed on your toy application).
- Current ID for both adults and children (e.g., MyCompassPA, Benefits Verification Form, Student ID, Birth Certificate).
- ***Social Security cards will not be accepted***.
- All documents must be originals — no copies, photos, or handwritten records will be accepted. (Please contact the coordinators in advance if you have issues obtaining any documents.) .
- Toys Pickup Location
- Johnstown Galleria Mall – 1st Floor, Next to Aunt Annies
- Pickup Dates & Times
- December 12: 8 AM – 5 PM
- December 13: 8 AM – 5 PM
- December 14: 8 AM – 2 PM
- (For any question please contact SGT Reyes at (814) 419-4128 or (814) 281-5914 or email at johnstown.pa@toysfortots.org)
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Cameron
- Not covered by Toys for Tots.
Clarion
- See Butler County.
Clearfield
- Toy requests start November 3rd through November 12th,2025.
- You may come in to the Toys for Tots site at 1100 South 2nd Street Suite #3 in the rear of the building, Clearfield, PA 16830; on these dates:
November 3rd, 4th, 5th,10th,11th, 12th from 10am to 1pm there will be a sign up desk set up for you to apply.
please bring proof of your children and their birth dates. you will be given a time and date to pick up your toys at the time of sign ups. - Please fill online request form or call (814)761-0393 or (814)577-8778.
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Crawford
- WHEN: OCTOBER 27th, 28th AND 29th.
- WHERE: 1305 S. Main St. Meadville
- TIME: 9AM-3PM
- ONLINE: WILL START OCTOBER 27TH AS WELL
- TITUSVILLE: NOVEMBER 15
- TIME: 9AM-12PM
- MOOSE LODGE FAMILY CENTER
- 614 W. Central Ave Titusville
Elk
- Not covered by Toys for Tots.
Erie
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
- More information on their Facebook page.
Fayette
- Information not available. Check the link below.
- Email:perryopolis.pa@toysfortots.org
- Phone: 724-320-2475
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Greene
- Please call Buzz Walters at 724-499-5332 on what to do.
Forest
- Not covered by Toys for Tots.
Jefferson
- Enrollment: See Blair County.
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Indiana (N. Cambria, Indiana, Jefferson, and Blair counties)
- Enrollment: You may complete the application online
- Please send an email to EbensburgT4T@usmc.mil or call (814) 250-0977
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Lawrence
- Contact: The Lawrence County Toys for Tots are distributed through the City Rescue Mission Family Care Ministries, and The Salvation Army. Application to receive toys can be made by contacting one of the following.
- Linda Krumpe – Director Family Care Ministries
City Rescue Mission
319 S. Croton Avenue
New Castle, PA 16103-0965
Phone: 724-652-4321 ext. 119
Fax: 724-652-4922 - The Salvation Army
240 W. Grant Street
New Castle, PA 16103
Phone: 724-652-7921 - Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
McKean
- Not covered by Toys for Tots.
Mercer
- Community applications will only be taken in person and at the following locations and times:
- Monday, November 3, 2025 at Stey Nevant Branch Library , Farrell ,PA. 10am-6pm
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Mercer VFW 432 South Erie Street, Mercer, PA 11am -7pm
Thursday, November 6, 2025 at American Legion Post 140, 278 Main St.,Greenville, PA 11am-7pm
Friday, November 7, 2025 at Amercian Legion Post 299,1396 E. State St., Sharon PA.8:30am-4:30pm - You must bring a photo ID and birth certificate or medical card for each child you are signing up from Birth to 12 years old.
- Distribution of toys will be on December 11, 2025 from 3:00pm-7:00pm and December 12, 2025 from 11:00am-3:00pm
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Somerset
Venango
- Local Campaign Coordinator (Marine, Sailor, or Volunteer): Nichole Reed
- Email:oil.city.pa@toysfortots.org
- Phone: 814-673-1535
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Warren
- No information available yet.
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Washington
- Registration for toys, for Washington County residents ONLY, will be held every Saturday in November from 10am to 4pm
- Come to the Washington Crown Center Mall at 1500 West Chestnut St.
Washington, Pa 15301 - We will be in the hallway right outside the entrance to Rural King.
- Local Coordinating Officer: Michael PallescoEmail: toysfortots_1@msn.com
Phone: 724-225-2087 - Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
Westmoreland (Valley)
- Toys for Tots online Sign ups will Start Oct 1st 2025
- If you do not receive a email by December 10th with date and time of pick up please email us. Thank you!!
- Local Campaign Coordinator (Marine, Sailor, or Volunteer): Jennifer Neilen
- Email:tarentum.pa@toysfortots.org
- Phone: 724-304-7036
Westmoreland (South)
- Signup information including dates, times, and locations will be posted towards the end of October once all of our dates and locations are finalized.
- Paperwork, eligibility and distribution information at this link.
That’s what we know for now. I genuinely hope this is helpful for all of our neighbors.
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