Central New York's Annual Toy, Coat, and School Supply Drive

The holiday season is a time for giving, and what better way to spread warmth and joy than by participating in New York’s Annual Toy, Coat, and School Supply Drive? Governor Kathy Hochul’s office has officially kicked off this yearly tradition, inviting people and businesses across the state, including in Utica, to make a difference or those in need during this time of year.

New York State Kick Offs Annual Toy, Coat and School Supply Drive

Beginning Monday, November 18, you can donate new, unwrapped toys, new and gently used coats, and new school supplies at designated drop-off locations throughout New York State. In Utica, donations can be brought to the Utica State Office Building at 207 Genesee Street. The drive runs until Friday, December 13, so that every child and family has the chance to experience the magic of the season.

Governor Hochul emphasizes the importance of this initiative, saying in a statement:

“Together, we can spread joy and hope this holiday season. Every item collected is a reminder that kindness and generosity can brighten lives.”

Donation Drop Off Locations in New York State

Utica State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, Utica
Homer Folks Facility, 28 Hill Street, Oneonta
Senator John J. Hughes State Office Building, 333 E. Washington Street, Syracuse
Dulles State Office Building, 317 Washington Street, Watertown
Henderson-Smith State Office Building, 107 Broadway, Hornell
Binghamton State Office Building, 44 Hawley Street, Binghamton
NYS State Police, 1155 Scottsville Road, Rochester
Alfred E. Smith Building, 80 South Swan Street, Albany
Empire State Plaza Main Concourse, Empire State Plaza, Albany
Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany
Legislative Office Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany
Agency Buildings 1,2,3,4 – Empire State Plaza, Albany
Robert Abrams Building for Law and Justice Empire State Plaza, Albany
Swan Street Building, Core 2 and Core 3, Empire State Plaza, Albany
Harriman Campus Buildings 5, 6, 7, 7A, 8, 12 Harriman Campus, 1220 Washington Ave, Albany
Ten Eyck Building, 40 North Pearl Street, Albany
50 Wolf Road, Albany
625 Broadway, Albany
Hampton Plaza, 38-40 State Street, Albany
44 Holland Avenue, Albany
328 State Street, Schenectady
Eleanor Roosevelt State Office Building, 4 Burnett Boulevard, Poughkeepsie
New York State Capitol Building, Albany
Electric Tower, 535 Washington Street, Buffalo
Perry B. Duryea State Office Building, 250 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building, 163 West 125th Street, New York City
Shirley A. Chisholm State Office Building, 55 Hanson Place, Brooklyn