Statesville Police Department Announces 2026 Fill the Trailer Toy Drive Kickoff

The Statesville Police Department is excited to announce the kickoff of the 2026 Fill the Trailer Toy Drive, a community initiative aimed at spreading holiday cheer to families in need. Many families in our community face financial hardship and are unable to provide the extras that make the holiday season special for their children. With your help, we can make a difference and bring joy to these families.

Event Kickoff at Statesville Pumpkin Fest

The official kickoff will take place at Pumpkin Fest in Downtown Statesville on November 7th from 10am to 6pm. We invite you to stop by at the event and bring your new, unwrapped toys or gifts for children and teenagers aged 0–17 years. Our drop-off location will be at the intersection of Tradd and E. Broad Street.

Donation Ideas

We welcome a variety of gifts, including:

• Board games, cards, travel games, puzzles, and books
• Sports-related items, including footballs, basketballs, soccer balls
• Electronic handheld or portable games
• Manicure sets, hair & nail accessories, fragrance sets
• Hat & glove sets, scarves
• Art & drawing supply sets, craft sets, educational toys
• Remote controlled vehicles, toy cars, action figures, dolls

Please note: SPD cannot accept gift cards, monetary donations, clothing, stuffed animals, or food items.

Donation Drop-off Location

Donations can be dropped off at the Statesville Police Department Headquarters, located at 330 S. Tradd Street, Statesville, NC 28677, in the designated drop-off area through December 12, 2026.

For those who prefer to contribute via online shopping, you can also order gifts through Amazon and have them shipped directly to SPD Headquarters by viewing the Amazon Wishlist here.

Additional Toy Drive Dates

SPD officers and staff will also be collecting donations at the Walmart Supercenter, 1116 Crossroads Drive, from 12pm – 4pm on the following Saturdays:

• Saturday, November 14
• Saturday, November 21
• Saturday, November 28
• Saturday, December 5
• Saturday, December 12

Let’s come together as a community to make this holiday season extra special for families in need. Your generosity helps bring smiles to the faces of children and families who deserve a little holiday magic. Thank you for your support!