THE 15th annual Keira Christmas Toy Drive has been launched by State MP for Keira Ryan Park.

Proceeds and donations from this year’s Toy Drive will go directly to Supported Accommodation and Homelessness Services Shoalhaven and Illawarra (SAHSSI), an organisation supporting women and children who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness due to domestic or family violence.

Mr Park said the Toy Drive has been a constant source of assistance to vulnerable community members, ensuring that no child goes without a gift at Christmas.

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“Each year, I continue to be deeply impressed by the generosity of the Illawarra community and the meaningful impact the Toy Drive has on the lives of local mothers and children who benefit from it,” he said.

Mr Park said the Toy Drive would not be possible without the support of Woonona Bulli RSL, Wests Illawarra, Bungalow Early Learning Centre, Gonglug, Balls Paddock Children’s Centre, The Sensory Studio and a growing number of local organisations and individuals who give so generously year after year.

SAHSSI CEO, Penny Doydoy said for 15 years, Ryan Park’s Toy Drive has brought joy and dignity to children and families doing it tough across our community.

“At SAHSSI, we see firsthand how a simple act of generosity – like donating a toy – can light up a child’s world,” she said.

“We’re incredibly grateful to Ryan and everyone who contributes to this beautiful tradition of giving.”

Donations of new, unwrapped toys are now being accepted until November 28 at the Keira Electorate Office, 263 Princes Highway Corrimal, Woonona/Bulli RSL, and Wests Illawarra.

In recognition of 15 years, The Sensory Studio in Fairy Meadow is giving 15% off any toy that is donated to the Toy Drive!

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