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PCUN Christmas Toy Drive

Come rally in support of our immigrant community members by donating a Christmas gift! Let’s show our community partners that L&C is here to bring some joy and hope this holiday season. PCUN’s Donation Cut-Off Date is December 18th, 2025.

November 07, 2025

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The Center for Social Change and the Bridge Builders Cohort are requesting your help in aiding PCUN, a civil rights organization that supports immigrant workers and their families. Come rally in support of our immigrant community members by donating a Christmas gift! Let’s show our community partners that L&C is here to bring some joy and hope this holiday season.

PCUN holds a yearly toy drive for kids in need and is asking for support for kids aged 10-13, who can get passed over during the holiday season as younger kids are often prioritized. Gifts requested include:

Shoes
Headphones
Bath towels
Blankets
Books
Skin care kits
Board games
Gift cards
Balls (soccer/football)
Skateboards
Bluetooth speakers
Planners/agendas
Water bottles
Art kits
Backpacks

Please bring donations to the Center for Social Change & Community Involvement located in Fowler 320-321. If you have any questions or concerns, contact leadserve@lclark.edu

PCUN’s Donation Cut-Off Date is December 18th, 2025.

Additionally, if you would like to take this drive into your community outside of LC, please contact us to get ahold of materials and instructions to maximize your efforts.

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