Abilene Preparing Toy Giving Effort

The 2026 Abilene Area Toys 4 Tots campaign is underway. The organization has announced its registration dates, toy distribution schedule, and local donation opportunities for families across Dickinson County.

Registration for eligible Dickinson County residents will take place in person at St. Andrew’s Church Parish Hall, located at 311 S. Buckeye in Abilene. Parents or legal guardians must register in person, and registration is required to participate. Registration will cover children ages 12 and younger during two specified times:

Thursday, December 3: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday, December 4: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Registrations will only be accepted during these designated windows.

Toys 4 Tots package distribution for pre-registered families will take place on Saturday, December 12, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the National Guard Armory in Abilene.

Community members wishing to support the program can donate through several options:

Monetary Donations: Drop off cash/check donations directly at Pinnacle Bank (401 North Spruce, Abilene) or mail checks to:

Toys 4 Tots

Attn: Jessie Pickerign, c/o Pinnacle Bank

P.O. Box 669, Abilene, KS 67410

New Toy Drop-Offs: Unwrapped, new toys can be placed in marked Toys 4 Tots collection boxes at businesses throughout Abilene, including Dollar General, Family Dollar, Holm Automotive Center, Lumber House, Memorial Hospital, and Pinnacle Bank, as well as the Dollar General location in Solomon.

Donation Jars: Cash donation jars will be set up at several local spots around Abilene, including Corner Stop, Great Plains Manufacturing (both main and west campuses), Joe Snuffy’s Restaurant, Liberty Convenience Store, Walt’s Four Seasons Campground & Country Store, and West Stop West.