CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs are asking fans to donate unwrapped toys for the children at Lawrence Hall Youth Services this holiday season.
“These holiday gifts will provide much-needed smiles to some very deserving children," said Connie Falcone, vice president of development for Cubs Charities. “Lawrence Hall’s foster care and treatment programs serve youth who have experienced trauma or neglect."
The toy drive is part of the team's 100 Gifts of Service and items can be donated at the Cubs Store, 3616 N. Clark St., until 5:30 p.m. Thursday, when the Cubs will celebrate the holidays with their annual tree lighting.
The tree lighting will take place at the corner of Clark and Addison streets so it doesn't interfere with the construction at Wrigley Field. Those donating toys are invites to bring their gifts to the celebration.
Fans can also donate money on Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving back on Tuesday. Those interested in giving can donate here.
The following items are recommended for the gift donations:
• Action Figures
• Art and Craft Supplies
• Barbie Dolls
• Basic Clothing (socks, undershirts)
•Sports Balls
• Bikes
• Blocks
• Board Games
• Books
• Crazylooms
• Digital Cameras
• DVDs
• Educational Toys
• Hats, Gloves, Scarves
• Hygiene Products
• Leap Frog Games
• Legos
• Model Cars/Planes/Trains
• MP3 Players and Headphones
• Play Tea-sets
• Princess Dolls/American Girl Dolls
• Remote Control Cars
• Roller Blades
• Scooters
• Stuffed Animals
• Superhero Toys
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