Champaign County, IL – The H.O.Y.C.E. Center has launched its annual Season of Giving drive, collecting new toys, pajamas, and books to support 600 local youth this holiday season. Donations are being accepted now through December 1.
According to The H.O.Y.C.E. Center, community members can drop off new, unwrapped gifts for ages 0–17 at multiple locations, including the Urbana and Champaign Police Departments, the Urbana Park District’s Phillips Recreation Center and Health & Wellness Center, the Rantoul Business Center, and the Village of Thomasboro Town Hall.
Supporters can also donate online at givebutter.com/2025seasonofgiving or join “The Bump Challenge,” a donation game that boosts contributions by $1 per entry.
Volunteers are needed to help sort and distribute gifts at the December 6 community giveaway. Those interested can sign up at hoycecenter.org/volunteer-at-hoyce.
The drive is organized in partnership with the Urbana Park District, Champaign Police Department, Rantoul Business Center, and several community organizations, all working together to ensure every child receives a gift this holiday season.
For more details, visit hoycecenter.org or email seasonofgiving@hoycecenter.org.
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