The AT9 Foundation, founded by Alex Tuch, has announced the return of its Holiday Toy Drive for the 2025 holiday season. The initiative is organized in partnership with 97 Rock and WNY Compassion Connection to assist families facing difficulties during the holidays. The drive runs from November 25 through December 14 and will benefit families with children who are part of WNY Compassion Connection.
Alex Tuch, founder of the AT9 Foundation, stated, “During the holiday season especially, it is important to remember that many families in our community are experiencing hardships. This year, our toy drive will help strengthen the support that WNY Compassion Connection provides to children and families navigating grief. I’m proud to play a role in supporting their initiatives, and I have no doubt that Buffalonians will assist the families who could use some extra support this season.”
Starting December 1, community members can donate new, unwrapped toys at various drop-off locations throughout Western New York. These include select Delta Sonic locations and Dave & Adam’s Card World at 8075 Sheridan Drive in Clarence.
Delta Sonic drop-off sites are located in Amherst, Williamsville, Cheektowaga, Buffalo (multiple sites), Niagara Falls, Orchard Park, West Seneca, and Depew.
In addition to physical toy donations, supporters may contribute financially to the AT9 Foundation. The funds collected will be used to purchase additional toys and gifts for distribution. Donations can be made through the foundation’s website at at9foundation.org/donate. There is also an option for supporters to buy items from WNY Compassion Connection’s Holiday Wish List on Amazon; these gifts are shipped directly to the organization.
