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Help us create memories for families affected by hardship. Make a difference by contributing to the 2026 Susan Roskell Toy & Gift Drive.

Welcome to the Susan Roskell Memorial Toy & Gift Drive 2026

Being a child in disadvantaged circumstances can have detrimental effects on their mental health and wellbeing which hinders them from making the most out of life.

Sometimes a simple gesture of kindness through gifts and toys can be enough to help them cope through their challenges while providing ease to their families and carers knowing that these children can still enjoy beautiful moments in life.

Each year we give donated new toys, sporting equipment, books and school equipment to our network of community and charity partners throughout the Hunter Valley region and other areas of NSW. These groups distribute the items to children in need.

How you can help

Donate

Donate items including (new and unwrapped) toys, games, books & sporting equipment for children of all ages, as well as gift vouchers.

Host

Support the Toy Drive by hosting a donation box in your workplace, office or premises. Leave it in a prominent location so donors can see it.

Sponsor

Sponsor the toy drive through a corporate contribution. We offer four sponsorship packages to suit the of financial capacity of your business.

Organisations we support

Organisations we support

We support a broad range of community groups and charities from locations throughout the Hunter Valley region as well as other areas of NSW. These organisations are best placed to identify children in need and ensure that all donated gifts get to the kids that would normally go without. We welcome new community partners, get in touch with us to find out we can support the important work you do.

Our impact

Since our inception in 2016, we have made a difference to thousands of kids.

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Our Sponsors

We are so grateful for the support from our treasured sponsors.

It is heartwarming to see that with every year, the support from the business community especially small businesses has grown, which enables us to support the ever-increasing number of families that are seeking support and assistance.

We offer 4 different sponsorship levels. Check out our sponsorship packages to see what’s involved.

Toy & Gift Guide

Toy & Gift Guide

Gifts & Toys must be new and in their original packaging.

We will wrap the items and give each child at minimum of 3 gifts, with the important areas being:

Making a Difference since 2016

As we approach 2026, we’re proud to celebrate the 11th year of the Toy Drive. In 2022, we renamed the drive to honour our beloved mum and nanny, Susan Roskell, whose memory continues to inspire us after their passing during the 2021 campaign. Since our inaugural drive in 2016, community generosity has grown each year, resulting in thousands of toys and gifts being donated.

Supporting families affected by domestic violence has always been at the heart of our mission, and this commitment remains steadfast. Over time, our reach has expanded to include families facing the challenges of cancer, those experiencing financial hardship during the festive season, and individuals navigating mental health struggles. More recently, we’ve extended our support to the disability sector, recognising that families impacted by disability often miss out on assistance at Christmas.

Through these efforts, the Toy Drive strives to make a meaningful difference across diverse communities, ensuring that no family is left behind during the holidays.

Making a Difference since 2016

As we approach 2026, we’re proud to celebrate the 11th year of the Toy Drive. In 2022, we renamed the drive to honour our beloved mum and nanny, Susan Roskell, whose memory continues to inspire us after their passing during the 2021 campaign. Since our inaugural drive in 2016, community generosity has grown each year, resulting in thousands of toys and gifts being donated.

Supporting families affected by domestic violence has always been at the heart of our mission, and this commitment remains steadfast. Over time, our reach has expanded to include families facing the challenges of cancer, those experiencing financial hardship during the festive season, and individuals navigating mental health struggles. More recently, we’ve extended our support to the disability sector, recognising that families impacted by disability often miss out on assistance at Christmas.

Through these efforts, the Toy Drive strives to make a meaningful difference across diverse communities, ensuring that no family is left behind during the holidays.