The 6th ANNUAL
KMA HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2024 FROM 9:30AM – 12:00PM
Once again, all collected toys will be generously donated to The Salvation Army's Toy Mountain. This year marks our 6th annual charitable effort, and we’ve chosen to direct all financial contributions towards supporting the vital work of the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
The Alzheimer Society operates nationwide, providing essential programs and support services, raising funds in local communities, and enhancing public awareness about dementia.
Investing in research is crucial to enhancing the quality of life for Canadians affected by this challenging disease, and to discovering new treatments and ultimately a cure for dementia.
Join Us This Year!
About Kelly
This is Kelly. A shining example of kindness and beauty in the world. Tragically, we lost her on March 5, 2019. For those who hadn't had the privilege of knowing her, Kelly embodied the essence of a compassionate and lovely soul. In February 2018, after years of enduring stomach issues, Kelly received a diagnosis that had eluded detection for far too long – Crohn's Disease.
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Crohn's Disease is a challenging condition that often requires immunosuppressive treatments. These treatments make the body vulnerable to infections, including common ones like colds and the flu. Tragically, a particularly aggressive bacterium found its way into her weakened immune system, and her body couldn't fight off the infection.
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We want to share Kelly's story, not to define her by her illness, but to celebrate her resilience and her commitment to living life to the fullest. Kelly's life was centered around the principles of health and well-being. With an undergraduate degree in Applied Science & Human Nutrition and a Masters degree in Nutrition Communication, she co-founded a company called LiveWell Marketing. Kelly embodied the spirit of a determined female entrepreneur who built a life around her passions.
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Kelly was an inspiration, advocating for a holistic approach to a healthy life that included nurturing the body, mind, and spirit. She understood that not everyone is fortunate enough to enjoy good health, which led her to start a holiday toy drive. Kelly firmly believed in doing good for others, and her infectious positivity, boundless enthusiasm, and unwavering determination inspired those around her.
As her family, we continue to be inspired by Kelly's incredible acts of kindness, and we are committed to carrying on her legacy of goodwill.
WE WANT TO SEE YOU IN PERSON!
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 30, 2024 FROM 9:30AM – 12:00PM
One of the things we loved most about Kelly was her passion for helping others. We are continuing her work and hope as a strong and amazing community you will join us this holiday season to give back to those in need.
Every year we collect toys in support of The Salvation Army’s Toy Mountain. The monetary charitable recipient changes each year. For 2024 all monetary donations will go to the Alzheimer Society of Canada. To learn more about the Alzheimer Society of Canada and the research they are doing click here.
WHAT TO DONATE?
When purchasing toys, please note that toys that are needed the most are for Boys & Girls 10 – 17. Please note that all donations must be brand new (no handmade gifts), recently purchased and in original packaging (non-gift wrapped).
WHEN TO DROP OFF YOUR DONATION?
Saturday, November 30 between 9:30am–12:00pm
WHERE TO DROP OFF YOUR DONATION?
3560 Lake Shore Blvd W. (Lake Shore Blvd. W. & Long Branch Ave.) We will be set up in the parking lot in front of the Beer Store. We really want to put a lot of smiles on as many kids and teens as we can, so if you can’t make it that day let us know and we can arrange a time for an earlier drop off!
For more information contact: KMAHolidayToyDrive@gmail.com
Support Our Cause
Each year we have chosen a different charitable organization for financial donations to go to. This year all financial donations we collect will go to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
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The Alzheimer Society operates nationwide, providing essential programs and support services, raising funds in local communities, and enhancing public awareness about dementia.
Research is essential to improve the quality of life of Canadians who are experiencing this terrible disease firsthand, including the discovery of new treatments and a cure for dementia.
OuR PARTNERS
DUNPAR HOMES • OLEANDER FLORAL DESIGN • GOOD GRAINS CANADA • POWER YOGA CANADA ETOBICOKE DR. AMY BISHAI DENTAL • Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade • POOCHYKAT
LONG BRANCH TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY • THE HAPPY BAKERS • STARBUCKS LAKE SHORE/LoNG BRANCH • F45 Long branch TO • TRU PERFORMANCE AND REHAB • 10th PLANET JIU-JITSU
FOODLAND HALIBURTON • SWEAT SOCIAL HALIBURTON
A big thank you to our wonderful parters this year. We are so grateful for your continued support. If you are unable to stop by the KMA Holiday Toy Drive event on Saturday, November 30th and want to drop a toy off see the list of locations below.
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Dunpar Homes Locations:
1. Dunpar’s Head Office: 105 Six Point Road, Etobicoke
2. Kingsway Village Square Luxury Rentals: 571 Prince Edward Drive North, Etobicoke
Oleander Floral Design: 2902 Bloor St W, Etobicoke
Good Grains Canada: 4134 Dundas St W, Etobicoke
Power Yoga Canada Etobicoke (PYCE): 1092 Islington Ave, Etobicoke
Dr. Amy Bishai Dental: 4335 Bloor St W, Etobicoke
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Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade: Saturday, December 2, 2023
PoochyKat: 3428 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke
Long Branch Public Library: 3500 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Etobicoke
The Happy Bakers: 3469 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke
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F45 Long Branch TO: 3773 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke
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