Bayside, NY – Assemblyman Edward C. Braunstein (D-Bayside) is proud to announce that, through the generosity of hundreds of Northeast Queens families, 11 schools, and community organizations, his office’s annual Holiday Toy Drive collected thousands of toys for children, teens and young adults who are hospitalized or in need. The toys have been distributed to several charitable organizations throughout Queens ahead of the holidays.

“With my office’s annual Toy Drive now wrapped up, I’m happy to report that thousands of toys for children of all ages have been given to charitable organizations throughout Queens. Northeast Queens residents truly embraced the giving spirit of the holiday season, and I sincerely thank each and every person who donated a toy,” said Assemblyman Edward Braunstein. “Each thoughtful donation and will help a local family create cherished memories.”

The organizations who received the toys included: Blueprint 4 Kids drive for homeless families; QSAC Day School of Whitestone; QSAC Preschool & Early Childhood Center of Douglaston; the Queens Chronicle Toy Drive; Ronald McDonald House Metro; St. Mary’s Hospital for Children; Transition Domestic Violence Center; the United States Army for the children of deployed military personnel from Fort Totten and other local reserve bases; the YWCA of NYC; and the Korean American Family Service Center. Each organization was given an allotment of the toys to distribute to the local children and families they serve.

“I want to express my gratitude to Queens Community Board 11 for allowing their Little Neck office to be used as a secondary drop off site. This incredible effort would not be possible without the support of the community and the hard work of my staff,” said Braunstein. “I wish you and your family a very healthy and happy holiday season and 2025!”