Help Fill the Shelves: Cops, Kids & Toys Food Drive EXTENDED Nov. 12-15
November 9, 2025

Neighbors helping neighbors

Cops, Kids & Toys is teaming up once again to support our Tompkins County neighbors in need. We're extending collection of food and essential household items to help families and individuals bridge the gap during this difficult time.


COLLECTING DONATIONS: Wednesday - Saturday, Nov. 5-8 AND Nov. 12-15, 9 am – 3 pm daily


WHERE: Cops, Kids & Toys HQ inside The Shops at Ithaca Mall (across from Zocalo’s, near the food court)


WHAT TO DONATE: We’re accepting donations of:

 

  • Shelf-stable food items – canned goods, pasta, rice, cereal, peanut butter, and more.
  • Pet food – because our furry friends are family too.
  • Personal care and hygiene products – soap, toothpaste, sanitary items, adult incontinence supplies.
  • Household essentials – garbage bags, paper towels, dish soap, cleaning supplies, and other everyday needs.
  • Cash - if you'd prefer to make a monetary donation, all gifts received here will be used to purchase food and supplies most urgently needed by our local feeding programs. Give here: https://givebutter.com/2025CKTFoodDrive

 

Please note:

🚫 There is no refrigeration available at the site. We kindly ask that you do not bring perishable or frozen items.


Cops, Kids & Toys will deliver all food and supplies donated to our local feeding programs. 


THANK YOU TOMPKINS COUNTY! Together, we can make a difference for families who are experiencing the stress of food and income insecurity during this time. Thank you for your continued generosity and community spirit, we appreciate you!

Gift Pickup Days Tuesday-Saturday This Week

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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 .
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