Santa handing a gift to a child at a toy drive

Central Ohio · 501(c)(3) nonprofit

The need exists all year. So does our mission.

Real Deal Santa Claus provides new toys, blankets, diapers, wipes and hygiene products to children and families living in local shelters — year-round.

Supporting families year-round

Something special to call their own.

Families entering shelters may arrive with few belongings and immediate needs. We work directly with community partners to understand their needs and provide the right items at the right time — diapers and wipes for young children, blankets and personal-care products for residents, or toys and gifts for birthdays and the holidays.

Whether you donate items, make a financial contribution, host a drive, or support one of our events — won't you join us and become a Real Deal Santa Claus too?

3,500+

toys donated last year

Diapers

wipes & baby essentials

Blankets

and hygiene products

Local

shelters across Central Ohio

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