2010 Toy Run

[FiEND]

almost.  new pdf has too much white space at the top and is now 2 pages.. 

[JackstandJohnny]

oye third times a charm (maybe)

is there an emoticon for 'fingers crossed'?  no spaces, one page, correct info should be good

[FiEND]

looks good.  main page updated

[jeepjones]

"Site" is spelled wrong on the poster, Slte 1. Just something I noticed when I was printing a few off.

[Jrama]

Santa in a jeep, doing a wheely, with his fist in the air is awesome....just awesome

[Knox]

Do we have locations where the general public can drop off toys etc?

X92.9 says they will add it to a few of their news casts if we can supply information like that

[FiEND]

msg spinalguy, he might have a location.
maybe phone modern and national too, they might accept them for us.

[Spinalguy]

Thanks Fiend.

i do have room to accept donations. It is a South location. Maybe we can have other locations as well?

i do have a question. As it is a 'hamper' for families, do we have an idea of what items would best suit the needs of the hamper?
Do they accept cash, cheque or credit/debit donations?

Thanks. You guys all rock (almost as much as that very cool poster ).

[FiEND]

This is all I could dig up from years past.  I am not sure about cash or anything like that.

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Alberta Children's Hospital list.

Surgical Services Clinic Wish List

DVD players

DVDs (any G rated ones)
 
Brio train table with wheels (Day surgery)
 
One time use headphones (like those used by airlines/bus lines)
 
Craft kits (complete kits like those at the dollar stores)
 
Manipulative puzzles
 
Search and find books (such as the I Spy series)
 
Word search books

Other brain teaser books (puzzles and Sudoku)




Therapeutic Clown Program Wish List

Give-a-ways:
1.   Noise Makers -  excellent for babies and toddlers(see picture)
2.   Princess Crowns- (like the pink ones we have)
3.   Playing cards (the Spiderman, Pirates of the Caribbean are HUGE hit)
4.   Stickers of all sizes and shapes (in particular stars (jumpa) , hearts (sparkle)
5.   Temporary Tattoos
6.   All kinds of Craft kits (for individual use in emergency)-  you can get these at Dollarama for a buck each
7.   Other Craft kits which can be used for Topsy Turvy / Emotional Wellness etc
8.   Any type of interactive game.
9.   Colouring / activity books
10.   8’1/2 x 11” in Card Stock (all colours) – to make the magic number game
11.   Origami paper (lots)-  in particular we would like golds silvers glittery colours for making a huge display for the Holiday season (ie: Christmas, Diwalli, etc)
12.   Photo paper and Ink for HP Photosmart 475 (we get them at Staples in packs of 200 photo paper and 2 ink cartridges.
13.   Photo albums (1 or 2 per pg)
14.   Red Noses (foam)-  5000

Digital Camera

Fun things for the Jumpa and Sparkle to use in our Clown Kits (remember Jumpa carries everything is a satchel and Sparkle uses her cart)
1.   Gift Certificates from Don’s Hobby Shop  and/or Vanishing Rabbit -  so we can select what magic we don’t have
2.   Magic Supplies ie:
a.   Silk scarves (small and all colours)
b.   Magic Thumbs-  red and multi-coloured tips (light coloured thumbs for Sparkle, medium dark for Jumpa
3.   Professional Face paint Supplies
a.   Face paints (kryolan / paradise)- big size for Sparkle  Small palette and refills of Paradise for Jumpa
b.   Brushes (sable  - different styles)-  can get at Dollar Store
c.   Sparkles (Ultra Fine – non-metallic)



Unit 4 – Musculoskeletal Services


sippy cups for toddlers

small baby wipes

movie dvd's for library(G and pg rated)

waterproof books for isolation rooms (bath tub/vinyl books)

activity centres for infant rooms

mobiles (SASSY Brand –they are all plastic and can be washed.  available from Castle Toys near Chinook Centre, approximately $65 each)

children's music on cd's

children's puzzles (under 100 pieces)

small prizes for our poke box (stickers, pencils, hot wheels cars)

[specialk]

And thanks for catch of the type on the poster.  That's what the water in Toronto will do to you 

I have updated that copy and sent an updated version in John and Al.

[Knox]

as for public donations do you think it would be possible to convince all the GMC/Jeep/... dealerships in town to host a box for us? if we could swing that it would make it very easy for anyone in Calgary who wants to donate something to do so. I mean don't get me wrong I have no issues sending people to spinalguys office and I'll do just that, but not everyone in the North will want to drive to Avenida.

Regarding those boxes myself and a few others could collect the items on Saturday or early Sunday and sort them into hampers if that makes sense?

I will visit them if needed, and ask them to host a box for 2 weeks. I mean I can't see them saying no honestly if it means potential customers right?

[JackstandJohnny]

yup.  the plan is to go out and ask a few of those places to accept donations.  I will drop by modern and ask if they will accept donations. i'm sure they will.

i can also call our contact at ACH (his name is Lorne) and ask for a super specific list of things as well.

[Spinalguy]

Dealerships would be a great idea.
When you guys decide, i could ask Tower as the South location instead of my office.
Anyways, whatever works for you guys.
Tk

[apeman]

Also Herbal magic locations around town are accepting donations on our behalf
..posters and boxes will be in stores this weekend.

[Knox]

ok so between Herbal magic locations and the dealerships that should give us a really good coverage of the city.

Everyone adopt a dealership? You'll be responsible to talking to them, convincing them to accept donations on our behalf, and picking up the donations on the 11th or 12th. (work that out with them)
I think it's better to do it this way as opposed to a free for all, as we don't need 9 people all asking the same dealership to host a box. If you know people/work there whatever post up and that location is all yours, I'll handle any left overs.

If they do say no even after a bit of convincing, leave it at that, don't bad mouth them here or anything like that, that's not what this is about.

• LOCATIONS
  Modern Motors - JohnnyC
  
  National 4WD Center -
  
  Various Herbal Magic Locations - Apeman
  

Also, Apeman, are we supplying boxes as well?, like a gift wrapped open cardboard box or something?

Lets aim to get this all worked out by Monday, I know there are open runs this weekend, but try to get it looked after today, or the day you aren't going on the run.

Edit: Let me know if I missed one of the dealerships or if you come up with another location.
Edit2: removed dealerships as possible locations unless I hear differently