The Frederick Keys began their 2026 Toys for Tots Drive on Monday, November 9, in partnership with the United States Marine Corps Reserve. The drive collects new, unwrapped toys for children in need across Frederick County through Friday, December 4. The toys will be distributed to children in need on Christmas Day.
The final collection opportunity is scheduled for the Frederick Keys Holiday Party on Saturday, December 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the IBEW Local 24 Performance Center at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium.
Frederick Keys Toy Drop-Off Information
Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium will accept toy donations from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday during the collection period. Donors should bring their contributions to the Frederick Keys main office adjacent to the main stadium gates.
Each person who makes a contribution will receive a pair of tickets to a 2027 Frederick Keys home game. Fans may also bring new, unwrapped toys to the Holiday Party, which will serve as the final collection opportunity.
Branden McGee Highlights Toys for Tots Partnership
Frederick Keys General Manager Branden McGee said the organization’s partnership with Toys for Tots continues to support children and families in the local community during the holiday season.
“Toys for Tots and the Keys have been long-standing partners to brighten the holiday season for children in our community,” said Frederick Keys General Manager Branden McGee. “Keys fans really stepped up last year and were able to donate more toys than ever before, ensuring a joyful holiday season for many families in the Frederick area.”
In 2025, more than 17,000 toys were distributed to children across Frederick County, supporting more than 3,100 children. Founded in 1947, Toys for Tots operates through more than 150 Marine Reserve sites and 870 local programs across the country.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
The Frederick Keys have set weekday stadium drop-offs and the Holiday Party as collection opportunities for the 2026 Toys for Tots Drive. The program’s 2025 distribution totals underscore its reach across Frederick County, while the 2027 game-ticket offer provides an additional benefit for contributors.
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