Every parent wants to give their child a wonderful holiday, including exciting presents to open. If you’re finding it a challenge to provide toys or other gifts for your kids this Christmas, please read on for a list of toy giveaways in the Charlotte area.
Please note that we are still adding to this list!
If you’re reading this and you’re involved with an organization that is giving away toys this season, please fill out this form to submit your event to us. We will add those events to the list, as time permits.
If you’d like to make a donation to an organization hosting a toy giveaway, please follow the links below for information. Here are some other opportunities to donate to toy giveaways:
If you’re a parent looking for a toy giveaway, please don’t email us asking about one, because everything we know will be in this article. If you have questions about an event, please contact the organizer of the event.
Please note that some toy giveaways require pre-registration.
Toy Giveaways in Charlotte Area
Holiday Giveback with Poor No More and Charlotte Black Pride
Holiday Giveback
Saturday, December 6, 2025
2 to 5 p.m.
JCSU Grimes Lounge
100 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC
If you’re in need please come by. There will be free gifts for kids 16 and under, free hot lunch, free brand new clothes from Belk, free groceries, toiletries and more. All while supplies last.
2nd Annual Giving Festival with Aspire
Giving Festival with Aspire and community partners
Saturday, December 13, 2025
12 to 3:30 p.m. (or until supplies run out)
Albemarle Road Middle School
6900 Democracy Drive, Charlotte, NC
Giving away hot meals, winter clothing, personal care items, toys, and vital community resources to neighbors in need.
Can you help? Donate food, household supplies, toys, time, talent, or make a financial contribution — every bit makes a difference! If you’d like to donate items or volunteer, please contact Aspire at (704) 649-0785 or hello@aspireincnc.org. Donation items should be received by December 5, 2025.
The River Church of God Toy Giveaway
The River Church of God Toy Giveaway
Saturday, December 13, 2025
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The River Church of God
121 Carolina Blvd, Salisbury, NC
Food and toy giveaway. Rowan County residents only. Toys are for children 12 and under. The child must be present to receive a toy. Donations are welcome. Follow above link.
Operation Imagination Toy Giveaway
Operation Imagination
Sunday, December 14, 2025
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kettle Room Event Space
Cabarrus Brewing
325 McGill Avenue NW, Concord, NC
Free
Operation Imagination hopes to give away 400-500 toys to kids at this event. In addition, Santa will be making a visit. Monetary and toy donations are welcome. Please email Ricehouserhymes@gmail.com.
New Covenant AME Church
Pancakes with Santa
Saturday, December 20, 2025
10 a.m.
Covenant AME Church
5520 Nations Ford Road, Charlotte, NC
Free
Families receive a free bag of groceries, and kids receive pancakes with Santa, a toy and clothes. While supplies last. Registration is encouraged.
Christmas with Camino
Christmas with Camino
Sunday, December 21, 2025
9 a.m.
Camino Church
201 Stetson Drive, Charlotte, NC
Free
Camino Church will be giving away 1,000 toys, on a first-come, first-served basis.
S.M.I.L.E.S. Toy and Winter Items Giveaway
6th annual S.M.I.L.E.S. Toy and Winter Items Giveaway
Sunday, December 21, 2025
2 to 5 p.m.
Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center
2921 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC
Free
Presented by The Father Empowerment Network and The Enderly Park Collective. No pre-registration is required. The event also features music, food and fun. If you’d like to make a donation, or if you have questions, call 704-430-0047.
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