Salado, Texas Toy Drive
It all begins with an idea.
Hosted by The Weller & Matocha Team & PNC Bank • Salado, Texas
This holiday season, we’re teaming up with PNC Bank – Salado Branch to support three incredible local organizations who serve families right here in our community:
Salado Family Relief Fund, Heart & Hands Ministries of Salado and The Brotherhood Academy.
Together, we can make Christmas brighter for children and teens in Salado.
Our local PNC Bank in Salado, TX has long been a pillar of community involvement — from financial education to supporting local nonprofits and families. Their Salado team is passionate about giving back and quickly stepped up to partner with us on this holiday initiative.
Toy Drop-Off Location:
PNC Bank – Salado
960 N Main Street
Salado, Texas 76571
Toy Box by Banner / Items will be collected multiple times a day and parking lot is under surveillance.
Stop by anytime to drop off new, unwrapped gifts and spread some Salado Christmas cheer!
SALADO FAMILY RELIEF - SALADO
Salado Family Relief is a local nonprofit that provides short-term support for Salado families experiencing financial hardship or unexpected challenges. During the holidays, they help ensure children in our community still experience the joy of Christmas, even when circumstances are difficult at home.
For Christmas, we are collecting new, unwrapped gifts to help local parents provide something special for their children.
🎁 Christmas Gift Items Needed:
• Toys for younger children (dolls, cars, art kits, games)
• Sports balls (basketball, football, soccer)
• LEGO or building sets
• Cozy items (blankets, socks, hats)
• Teen items (wallets, self-care sets, journals)
• Gift cards for teens (Target, Amazon, Academy)
These donations directly support local families and make Christmas morning brighter for children right here in Salado.
The Brotherhood Academy is a mentorship-based program in Salado focused on empowering young men through leadership, guidance, community engagement, and character development. Their mission is to build confident, capable, purpose-driven boys who grow into strong young men.
During the holidays, teens can be the most overlooked age group, so we’re dedicating part of this drive specifically to them.
For The Brotherhood Academy, we are collecting:
🎄 Christmas gifts for boys ages 13+
Popular, high-need items include:
Sports equipment (football, basketball, baseball gloves)
Hygiene sets (body wash, shampoo, cologne, deodorant kits)
Hoodies, hats, beanies, socks
Gift cards (Academy, Target, Amazon, H-E-B)
Headphones, portable speakers
Wallets, backpacks
Journals or devotionals for teens
These gifts help support the Academy’s mission of encouragement, confidence, and positive influence for local teens.
❤️ Heart & Hands Ministries is a faith-driven nonprofit serving families across Salado and the surrounding area. They provide essentials such as food assistance, informative emergency resources and seasonal support for families experiencing food insecurities.
For this drive, we are collecting:
🎁 New, unwrapped toys for children (all ages)
These will go directly to local families who depend on Heart & Hands during the holiday season.
A few great toy ideas:
Dolls & action figures
Art supplies
Board games
Cars, trucks, and building toys
Books
Craft kits
Outdoor toys
Every toy helps a child in our community feel seen, celebrated, and cared for this Christmas.