Holiday Toy Drive

Friday, November 7, 2025, 9:33am

TO: Campus Community
FR: Nader Oweis, Chief of Police

We are excited to announce this year’s 2025 Holiday Toy Drive in partnership with Rohnert Park-Cotati Rotary Club, a tradition that’s been embraced by our community, bringing joy to hundreds of children. Last year, we served approximately 350 kids around the city of Rohnert Park and Cotati, and we hope to reach even more this holiday season.
 
We welcome and invite you and your department or agency to join in the events outlined below.

Toy Collection Period
November 6 – December 12, 2025
Age Range for Toys: Ages 3–10+
For children ages 10+, $25 gift cards are preferred. We especially need toys for ages 6 and up.
Donation Locations: Sonoma State PD, The HUB, Noma Cares, Welcome Center, Rec Center, and Darwin 115 – College of Science, Technology, and Business.  
 
Gift-Wrapping Event
Sunday, December 14,  8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cotati Room, Cotati City Hall (201 W. Sierra Ave.)
All are welcome to help with wrapping gifts. Materials are provided by the Rotary Club.  Briefing will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. (Note: Please do not park in the Police Department lot. It must remain open for emergency services.)

Toy Delivery Day
Saturday, December 20, 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Cotati Room, Cotati City Hall (201 W. Sierra Ave.)
This is the fun part! You can help deliver toys to kids door to door. If you would like to participate, please arrive by 8:15 a.m. for refreshments. Briefing will begin at 8:30 a.m. to review delivery routes and assignments. We are in need of trucks, vans, and additional volunteers to serve as Santa’s helpers along the delivery routes. If you’d like to play Santa, please reach out to Robert Stewart ([email protected]), who is coordinating Santa recruitment. Santa suits will be available if needed.

This drive is a wonderful way to give back to our community and make a meaningful difference in the lives of local children. Please let us know if you’re able to participate or have any questions.

Thank you for your support and generosity!