TNA Wrestling didn’t just bring high-energy matches to the El Paso County Coliseum last weekend. They showed up for the Borderland in a big way. Over three nights, Dec. 5–7, TNA partnered with Operation H.O.P.E. to run a community toy drive that brought in hundreds of new, unwrapped toys for children across El Paso, Las Cruces, and the surrounding region.

Fans, families, and local supporters lined up throughout the weekend to donate, filling the coliseum lobby with toys that will now go directly to families facing tough times this holiday season. For an event built around wrestling, the heart of the weekend was the community.

Former TNA World Champion Mike Santana, who El Paso fans know as one of the most grounded and community-minded performers in the business, presented the full toy haul to Operation H.O.P.E. during a Monday press conference at the coliseum. Having interviewed Santana many times, it’s no surprise he stepped into this role. He has always been someone who shows up for people and uses his platform for good.

Operation H.O.P.E.’s own Rubi Gomez, daughter of the organization’s founder, called the partnership “an incredible opportunity to expand our mission and bring hope to even more families across El Paso,” and TNA Wrestling President Carlos Silva echoed that commitment, saying, “Supporting the local community is part of who we are.”

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For a city that loves wrestling as much as we do, it’s powerful to see that energy turn into something meaningful for local kids. As the holidays approach, this toy drive is going to make a real difference, and TNA Wrestling made sure El Paso felt that impact long after the final bell.

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