Special to IFN

The Statesville Police Department is preparing to kick off the 2025 Fill the Trailer Toy Drive, a community initiative aimed at spreading holiday cheer to families in need. Many families in the Statesville community face financial hardship and are unable to provide the extras that make the holiday season special for their children. With your help, the SPD hopes to make a difference and bring joy to these families.

Kickoff at Statesville Pumpkinfest

The official kick-off will take place at Pumpkinfest in Downtown Statesville on November 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop by the event and bring new, unwrapped toys or gifts for children and teenagers from birth to 17 years. The drop-off location will be at the intersection of Tradd Street and E. Broad Street.

Donation Ideas

♦ Board games, cards, travel games, puzzles, and books
♦ Sports-related items, including footballs, basketballs, soccer balls
♦ Electronic handheld or portable games
♦ Manicure sets, hair & nail accessories, fragrance sets
♦ Hat & glove sets, scarves
♦ Art & drawing supply sets, craft sets, educational toys
♦ Remote-controlled vehicles, toy cars, action figures, dolls

What Not to Bring

The SPD cannot accept gift cards, monetary donations, clothing, stuffed animals, or food items.

Donation Drop-off Location

Donations can be dropped off at the Statesville Police Department Headquarters, located at 330 S. Tradd Street in the designated drop-off area through December 19.

For those who prefer to contribute via online shopping, you can also order gifts through Amazon and have them shipped directly to SPD Headquarters using the QR code below.

Additional Toy Drive Dates

SPD officers and staff will also be collecting donations at the Walmart Supercenter, 1116 Crossroads Drive, from 12 to 4 p.m. on the following dates:

♦ Saturday, November 8
♦ Saturday, November 15
♦ Saturday, November 22
♦ Saturday, December 6
♦ Saturday, December 13