Miracle on Main Street
For over 29 years, the Junior League has put on a “toy sale” in our community for families who might not otherwise have holiday gifts for their children over the holidays. Throughout the year, we collect new or gently-used toys, bikes, play houses, games, puzzles, dolls, and books. After the fall Friends of the Library (FOL) book sale, we fill the FOL warehouse from front to back with all of these items. On the first Saturday of December, families bring an invitation provided by local community agencies and go through the warehouse with a personal shopper.
The 2019 Miracle on Main Street was a success! A few notable facts:
- Approximately 2,700 toys were given to
- 615 children
- 82 packs of diapers were distributed, donated by ABC Diaper Bank
- Worked with 23 community partners
- Each family who attended also received a pantry bag as part of our Action Against Hunger initiative
How can you help?
We are happily accepting donations to support our community outreach programs, including Miracle on Main Street. Learn more.
At a variety of levels, a local company can become a corporate sponsor. This sponsorship provides the funds to purchase toys, bikes, and other necessary goods and services for our event. Corporate sponsors will receive acknowledgment in all publicity, including but not limited to print advertising, social media posts, and event signage.
Amazon Wish List
You can help families in our community with just a few clicks. Our Community Action Wish List on Amazon supports our 29th annual Miracle on Main Street event by supporting families in need this holiday season. There are also items on the wishlist, such as, kitchen utensils and pans, that will help support our Action Against Hunger programs. These items are shipped directly to JLG!
Donate Toys
You can also help by donating new or gently-used toys or bikes for the Miracle on Main Street event. Bring them by the Junior League office during our hours (Tuesday – Wednesday, 10 am – 3 pm). If you have further questions, please contact the Junior League office for more details at office@gainesvillejrleague.org.