1st RMB Regional Fairgrounds Holiday Toy Drive Benefiting Children of the Women’s Shelter of South Texas
Robstown, TX (November 20, 2017) – The Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds is collaborating with the Women’s Shelter of South Texas, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, in our first ever “RMB Regional Fairgrounds Holiday Toy Drive.” The Toy Drive will benefit children of the Women’s Shelter of South Texas in hopes of providing children in need with toys for the holiday season. Providing holiday toys for children can be a struggle for families especially those have been victims of domestic violence. Together we can help our community and bring the most joyous time of the year a dream come true for children of the Women’s Shelter of South Texas. New unwrapped donations will be accepted and collected November 27th-December 15th at the Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds during office hours Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
Toy Drive Benefits Children from 0 to 17 Years Old
Toy Drive donations will benefit children from ages 0 – 17 years old. The Women’s Shelter of South Texas appreciates and welcomes all donations. Below is a list of items that can be donated in order to make this holiday season one to remember.
Toys for ages 0-17 years old
Gift cards
Gas cards
Tennis shoes or Shower shoes (flip flops) ages 0-17 years old
Clothing for ages 0-17 years old
Electronics
Wrapping paper and tape
Gift Card Uses for Children and Family
Gift cards to stores such as Wal-Mart, Target, H-E-B, or other general retailers allow clients of the Women’s Shelter of South Texas to choose items that their individual family needs at the time they are receiving services. For example, clients can benefit from a gift card to help purchase gas for their vehicle to relocate to a safe location, purchases of shoes and clothes for their children to wear to school, and food for their family.
Donation Location and Times
Toy drive donations will be accepted and collected November 27th-December 15th at the Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds during office hours Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
If you would like to donate and cannot make it during our office hours please call us at 361-387-9000.
About the Women’s Shelter of South Texas
The Women's Shelter of South Texas is the only private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization specifically designed to provide services to victims of domestic and sexual violence across a twelve-county South Texas region, which includes Aransas, Bee, Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, Kenedy, Kleberg, Live Oak, McMullen, Nueces, Refugio, and San Patricio counties. In January 2018, the organization will celebrate 40 years of on-going service to the community. It is the mission of the Women’s Shelter of South Texas to empower the community and those affected by domestic violence and sexual assault to transition to a safe and healthy environment.
The Women's Shelter of South Texas provides FREE services. The agency empowers survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault throughout a 12-county region of South Texas. Our shelter in Corpus Christi operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The Women’s Shelter of South Texas services include counseling, support groups, 24-hour safe shelter, info & referrals, children’s activities, hospital accompaniment, crisis intervention, food, clothing, personal items, transportation, 24-hour hotline, criminal justice advocacy, BIPP, community education, and awareness.
Get in Touch with the Women’s Shelter of South Texas
361-881-8888 or 800-580-HURT
Want to get involved and make a difference?
Call the Women’s Shelter of South Texas volunteer service by contacting Joshua Stephens, Resource Assistant at 361-884-2900.
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About Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds
This January 13, 2017, marked the 10th year anniversary for the Richard M. Borchard (RMB) Regional Fairgrounds since its' grand opening in 2007. For the past decade, the 45-acre complex has seen success grow every year since 2007 with 19,170 events and 1,468,349 in attendance. The RMB Regional Fairgrounds includes various facilities to accommodate a consumer’s needs such the Central Pavilion Arena, two Exhibit Halls, Conference Center, Equestrian Center, and the Middletown Meadow. The facility can be used for rodeos, livestock shows, boxing, wrestling, concerts, trade shows, consumer shows, corporate meetings, fundraising banquets, weddings, quinceaneras, parties, horse events, sporting events, and other special types of events. The facility is owned by Nueces County and managed by Spectra. Based in Philadelphia, PA, Spectra is part of Comcast-Spectacor, one of the world’s largest sports and entertainment companies.
About Spectra
Spectra by Comcast Spectacor is an industry leader in hosting and entertainment, partnering with clients to create memorable experiences for millions of visitors every year. Spectra’s unmatched blend of integrated services delivers incremental value for clients through several primary areas of expertise: Venue Management, Food Services & Hospitality, and Partnerships. Learn more at SpectraExperiences.com.
About Comcast Spectacor
Comcast Spectacor is part of Comcast Corporation, a global media and technology company that operates Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Comcast Spectacor’s three core businesses are the National Hockey League’s Philadelphia Flyers, the Wells Fargo Center Complex, and Spectra, a leading hospitality firm that provides Venue Management, Food Services & Hospitality, and Partnerships to more than 300 client properties in the United States, Canada, and Singapore. Visit us at ComcastSpectacor.com for more information.
