Los Angeles city officials Thursday are accepting donations of new toys, gifts, books, sport equipment and essential items such as grocery cards and warm winter accessories as part of a holiday drive to support families impacted by federal immigration enforcement.
Mayor Karen Bass encouraged residents to participate in the citywide effort to make a meaningful and lasting difference for children and families across the city. The holiday drive will occur through Wednesday of next week with drop-off locations across the city available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Every Angeleno deserves to feel the hope, care and community that comes alive during this time of year — especially families impacted by recent federal immigration activity,” Bass said in a statement. “No donation is ever too small, and every act of generosity helps brighten the holiday season for those who need it most.”
“I encourage every Angelenos to visit their local drop-off center and show the true spirit of a united, compassionate and caring Los Angeles,” Bass added.
For interested parties, city officials are requesting new/unwrapped items such as toys, puzzles, board games, books, coloring/activity sets, sports equipment, school items, grocery gift cards, prepaid transit/TAP cards, household basics, coats, hoodies, hats, gloves, socks sweaters, blankets, holiday meal kits or non-perishable food bundles and gift-wrapping supplies.
Drop-off locations will be set up at the following sites:
— City Hall Mayor’s Help Desk, 200 N. Spring St., Los Angeles;
— South L.A. City Hall, 8475 S. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles;
— Van Nuys City Hall, 14410 Sylvan St., Van Nuys;
— Eagle Rock City Hall Mayor’s Office, 2035 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles;
— West L.A. Municipal Building Mayor’s Office Lobby, 1645 Corinth Ave., Los Angeles; and
— San Pedro City Hall Office, 638 S. Beacon St., San Pedro.
More information about the holiday drive can be found at mayor.lacity.gov/HolidayDrive2025.