Pick up toys
Help collect toys from fire stations and businesses, November 20 to December 12. Our biggest pickup days are December 10 to 12.


A little time. A lot of heart.
Behind every toy, every celebration and every smile is someone who chose to help. This year, that someone could be you.
Join the Rotary Club of Hamilton’s Children’s Fund volunteers and help bring joy to children across our community.
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Give the time you canTell us when you’re available.
Find your way to helpChoose the roles that interest you.
Make a local differenceHelp bring joy to Hamilton’s children.
There’s a place for you here
Enjoy meeting people? Love organizing? Happy to roll up your sleeves? We’d love to hear from you. No elf experience required.
Help collect toys from fire stations and businesses, November 20 to December 12. Our biggest pickup days are December 10 to 12.
Receive and sort toys on Toy Drop-Off Day, Thursday, December 10, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Santa’s Secret Workshop. Lunch is on us. Then help local organizations collect their toys on December 14 and 18.
Lend a hand at the Christmas Tree of Hope lighting in Hess Village, the Cathy Wever School Christmas Celebration and other community activities.
Start with a hello
Tell us a little about yourself and how you’d like to help. Whether you’re interested in one event or an ongoing role, we’ll use your interests and availability to help find a fit.
Our volunteer team will contact you to discuss opportunities and next steps. Signing up expresses your interest; it doesn’t commit you to a shift.
Bringing colleagues or friends? Mention your group in the skills and interests field.
Complete the volunteer interest form below. Fields marked * are required.
With thanks
Interested in sponsoring the Children’s Fund? Get in touch