Department of Public Safety
University Police

2022 Toys for Tots

Toys for Tots returns to Tufts campuses this year, helping to spread cheer to children in need this holiday season.
Two TUPD officers smiling and packing toys in a SUV trunk.

Toys for Tots returns to Tufts campuses this year, helping to spread cheer to children in need this holiday season. Drop-off locations are:

  • Medford Campus: Dowling Hall: 1st Floor Lobby (419 Boston Ave).
  • Grafton Campus: Large Animal Hospital, Bumpus Lobby (outside Varis); Small Animal Hospital, 2nd Floor (kitchenette area), and Central Services Building, 7 Jumbo's Path (Police Station).
  • Boston Campus: Dental School Lobby at 1 Kneeland St.
  • Boston Campus SMFA: Main entrance lobby (230 Fenway Boston).

An Amazon wish list to help with toy ideas is available here.

The donations period will run from 11/18 through 12/7 followed by the annual cruiser convoy to bring all toys to the Marines in Boston. Monetary donations can also be made here.

Since 1947 the US Marines have worked to donate unwrapped, new toys each holiday season for children in need. Visit Toys for Tots for more information about the program.