On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, Cops, Kids & Toys was proud to present a check to the Family Reading Partnership in support its important work and to assist with some unforeseen expenses as it continues to serve local children and families. Since 1997, Family Reading Partnership has helped Tompkins County families with young children experience the joy of books and read-aloud time as an everyday part of life. Family Reading Partnership provides programs and materials that encourage parents and caregivers to engage with infants and young children through reading, play, songs, and conversation, all as building blocks for literacy. It works to create a culture of literacy in the community by weaving books and reading encouragement into the networks and services that already reach local families. Their programs are designed especially for families with infants and young children in Tompkins County, helping children connect with books early and often. Their impact is rooted in a simple but powerful idea. When children grow up with books as part of everyday life, families are strengthened and young learners are better prepared to thrive. Family Reading Partnership describes its work as creating a culture of literacy, one book, one family, and one community at a time. Organizations like Family Reading Partnership help make Tompkins County a stronger, more connected community for children. We encourage our supporters to learn more about their work and consider making a donation to help them continue serving local families. Contributions can be made here: https://www.familyreading.org/giving/

Only 100 tickets. $20 each. Win a premium 5-burner gas grill donated by Home Depot Ithaca. Drawing 1pm March 21, 2026 at The Shops at Ithaca Mall during the 2026 Walk-A-Thon. Proceeds benefit Cops, Kids & Toys. Winner need not be present to win.

Cops, Kids & Toys and Chrome Divas of Ithaca host the 2nd Annual 5K Walk-A-Thon March 21, 2026 at The Shops at Ithaca Mall. Register 10am. Walk 11am. Proceeds help Tompkins County kids in need.

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 hosts a December food drive with Cops, Kids & Toys. Bring shelf-stable food to upcoming games and support families across Tompkins County.

Enjoy a festive morning at The Dryden Hotel’s Annual Breakfast with Santa! Free for kids, $9.95 for adults. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Cops, Kids & Toys and help make the holidays brighter for local families.

Support Cops, Kids & Toys this Giving Tuesday! Your cash donations help fill gift gaps so every child in Tompkins County receives something special.

Help neighbors in need. The Cops, Kids & Toys food drive runs through Dec 20. All donations support Tompkins County food banks and local families.

Join Cops, Kids & Toys on Nov. 29 at outside Target at The Shops at Ithaca Mall to Fill the Truck with new toys for local kids. Donate a toy between 9–3:30 and spread holiday cheer!