OUR IMPACT

Filling their hearts with hope and joy

Through The Years

Toys for Kids supports homeless and disadvantaged children throughout the year, filling their hearts with hope and joy.

Founded by Mariners broadcaster Rick Rizzs and former Mariners center fielder Dave Henderson, over 85% of all donations directly benefit children. Over the last 29 years, Toys for Kids has raised over $2.7 million dollars, purchased brand new toys for over 200,000 children in Washington State and have hosted over 60 holiday parties to benefit children in need. More than 35,000 toys are given on a yearly basis.

Giving More Hope – History Timeline

1995

Toys For Kids was Founded!

2000

The First Annual Winter Gala

2005

3,000 Toys Purchased!

2010

Annual Winter Gala hosts 125 people!

2015

Dave Henderson Education Scholarship Created!

2016

Back To School Programs created!

2017

8,500 Kids Served | FLY program created!

2018

Hot Lunch & Field Trip Program Created!

2019

14,000 Kids Served | Annual Gala raises $715K

2020

First Virtual Gala!

2021

40,000 kids served | Annual Gala raises $718K

2022

Cruzer’s Sports Program Created!

2023

$1 MILLION raised at the Annual Gala | Ricks Locker Created!

Our Growth

Annual totals of money raised at our winter gala.

Youth We Support

Annual totals of kids served in Washington State.

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