UNCG Marks 10th Annual Toys for Joy Campaign
Holiday toy drive benefits foster children across the Triad
For 10 years, UNCG’s Jacquelean “Jacquie” Gilliam, a former executive director of scholarships and student support at UCLA and active community leader, has partnered with The Greensboro (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated to bring holiday joy to children living in foster care across the Triad. This milestone year features compelling visuals and strong community participation.
WHAT: Tenth annual Toys for Joy gift drive collecting new, unwrapped toys for local foster children in partnership with The Greensboro (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 9, 5–7 p.m.
WHERE: The Marcus T. Johnson Alumni House, 404 College Ave. (Parking is available in the Oakland Parking Deck)
WHO:
UNCG faculty, staff, students, and community members
Jacquie Gilliam, founder and organizer
VISUALS: College Avenue lined with luminaries, donated toys gathered on historic Marcus T. Johnson Alumni House steps, volunteers and families participating in community tradition