Pumpkins, Cookies & Family Fun at our Fall Festival on Oct. 25, 11-2 pm
September 19, 2025

Halloween costumes welcome at our free Fall Festival at The Shops at Ithaca Mall – and don't forget a new toy to donate!

Mark your calendars, Ithaca families! Saturday, October 25th from 11 AM to 2 PM, we kick of the annual Cops, Kids & Toys holiday toy drive at The Shops at Ithaca Mall!


What's in store for your family?

  • Pumpkin painting to get those creative juices flowing
  • Cookie frosting station (because who doesn't love decorating cookies?)
  • Wear your costume - break out those Halloween outfits early!
  • Free coloring books, crayons, and meal vouchers courtesy of our friends at Texas Roadhouse


Our Cornell University Police and Cops, Kids & Toys volunteer team can't wait to spend the afternoon with you and your little ghouls and goblins. Plus, there's a chance to win a BIG pumpkin in our special raffle!


Here's the best part: This kicks off our holiday toy drive! Please bring a new toy to donate – your generosity helps ensure local children have a brighter holiday season.


Did you know that we also buy toys to supplement the toys that people donate? Your monetary donations help us to provide kids with gifts that reflect their preferences. Make a tax-deductible donation here: https://givebutter.com/CKTFallFest


The event is completely FREE and open to everyone in our community. No registration needed, just show up ready for fall fun!


Come join us Saturday, October 25th at The Shops at Ithaca Mall for an afternoon of family fun, community connection, and the start of something special for the holidays.


Questions? Contact info@copskidsandtoys.org.

Gift Pickup Days Tuesday-Saturday This Week

December 15, 2025
If you are scheduled to pick up gifts through Cops, Kids & Toys (CKT), here are the pickup days, times, and location for this week. We’re here to help make pickup straightforward and welcoming. Bring a form of ID so we can be sure to give you the right gift bags! Pickup location CKT Headquarters at The Shops at Ithaca Mall, across from Zocalo’s. Pickup days and times Monday: 9:00 am–3:00 pm Tuesday: 9:00 am–3:00 pm Wednesday: 9:00 am–3:00 pm Thursday (late pickup day): 9:00 am–6:00 pm Saturday (only weekend pickup day): 9:00 am–3:00 pm  If you cannot make any of these dates Please email info@copskidsandtoys.org as soon as possible so we can advise. A note of thanks This program is powered by the community. We’re grateful to the individuals and local businesses who donated new toys, and to the many volunteers who showed up to sort, organize, and pack each child’s gift bag with care. Thank you for helping make the holidays brighter for families in our area. Questions or scheduling issues? Email info@copskidsandtoys.org .
Cornell Athletics food drive flyer. Bring shelf-stable food to donate at hockey and basketball games.

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