With your help, Rise can brighten the holidays for more than 1,000 local children and support their families.
1. Make a Secure Online Donation
Your contribution allows Rise to respond where the need is greatest and ensure children throughout our community receive something special for the holidays.
Donate securely online or mail a check or gift card to:
Rise Holiday Toy Drive
P.O. Box 88
Hightstown, NJ 08520
2. Fulfill a Child’s Holiday Wish
Choose a specific gift from our online wish list and fulfill a local child’s exact holiday wish. A thoughtfully selected gift lets our neighbors know that someone in their community is thinking of them.
LOCATION:
First United Methodist Church – Rear Entrance
187 Stockton Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
DROP-OFF DATES & TIMES:
Monday, December 7th, 2026 – 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, December 8th, 2026 – 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday, December 9th, 2026 – 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Important Note:
On Friday, December 11th, the church will only be receiving donated generic gifts (labeled by age and gender).
Please follow the labeling and drop-off instructions provided through the online wish list when returning a sponsored gift.
Together, We Rise
In 2025, Rise provided holiday gifts to 1,181 children. This year, even more families are counting on the compassion and generosity of our community.
Bring joy to a local child this holiday season by giving online, sending a gift card, or choosing a special present just for them.
Become a Rise Good Neighbor
Your donation will do a lot for our neighbors in need. Thanks to you, we’ll be here when people need us the most.
Host your own donations drive
Hosting a donations drive with Rise is the perfect opportunity to create a positive impact together!
Check out all volunteer opportunities
If you’d like to share a few hours of your time, or bring a whole group to help out, we’ll welcome you with open arms.