Toy Mountain is back and it is a great way to help spread the Holiday Cheer. However, this year I want to help people know what gifts are in the most need. It's gifts for teens! Every year the Toy Mountain drive gets filled up with gifts, which is awesome! ...but every year the teens seem to get a little forgotten. Which is why I wanted to help spread the word that what Toy Mountain is in need of is toys that are aimed for kids that are a bit older.

"When purchasing toys, please note that what we are in need of the most are toys for Boys & Girls 10-17" - CTV

Why donate?

'When you support The Salvation Army and Toy Mountain, you are making the joy of Christmas possible to families struggling to make ends meet." - The Salvation Army

So, what gifts can be donated that are good to gift to teens?

Don't worry, I have your back with this one. Just below are 4 different lists that will be sure to help you think of what you want to donate to Toy Mountain for a teen in need.

Simple Gift Suggestions for Teens

Headphones

Fidget Toys

Puzzle Toys

Sketch Books

Note Books

Posters

What CTV recommends for Tweens and teens (10 and up)

curling irons

digital music players

hair dryers

hair kits

makeup kits

jewelry

electronics

fun books

hoodies

sporting goods

backpacks

school supplies

board games

scarves

gloves

gift cards

Gift Ideas For The Young Ladies

Scented Candles

Jewelry

Decorated Hair Pins

Gift Ideas For The Young Gentlemen

Card Games

A watch

A Portable Phone Charger

Even More Suggestions

Chia Pets

'Cable Bites'

'Letter Boards'

'Wheighted Blankets'

'Stick-On Phone Pocket'

A 'Screatch Off Poster'

'DIY Lip Balm Kit'

Gummy Bear Lights

Essential Oil Diffuser

Instax Mini 8 Instant Film Camera

How do you donate to Toy Mountain?

"Taking part in the 2019 Toy Mountain campaign is easy! Simply purchase a new toy and place it (unwrapped) in an official donation bin before December 22nd." - CTV

Here is a link for drop off locations with Toy Mountain just below.

Need More Info on Toy Mountain?

You can take a look here to learn more about Toy Mountain or you can check out toymountain.ca for more information.

What is Toy Mountain?

"You can make holiday dreams come true for less fortunate children in your community by donating a new, unwrapped toy, teen gift or cash donation to the 2019 CTV Toy Mountain Campaign." - The Salvation Army

How else can people help with Toy Mountain?

If you want to help now without having to find a drop off spot then I do have some good news. Toy Mountain is always accepting cash donations.

Better yet, you can buy a Toy Mountain Kit. Which is new this year. Check out the Toy Mountain website for more information.

"Another great way to take part is to create your own toy collection bin at work or school. Gather donations and then drop them all off at once at an official donation bin." - The Salvation Army

Last but not least, there is also a fun contest where you have a chance to win a 2020 Ford Edge SEL. The Best Part, it's all for a good cause.

Please keep in mind that not all locations of the Toy Drive accept toys for teens. Please check your location on the Toy Mountain website for more information.

Thank you for taking a look at what Toy Mountain is in need of.

Happy Holidays!

Work Cited

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“Gift For Teen Boys, Birthday Gifts For Teen Boys.” UncommonGoods, www.uncommongoods.com/for-him/for-teen-boys-15-and-up/gifts-for-teen-boys.

Maglente, Shanon, and Lindsey Murray. “Cool Gift Ideas That Won't Make Teens Roll Their Eyes.” Good Housekeeping, 18 Nov. 2019, www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/gift-ideas/g434/gifts-for-teens/.

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