Alex Tuch’s AT9 Foundation, in conjunction with 97 Rock and WNY Compassion Connection, today announced the return of its Holiday Toy Drive to support families in need this holiday season. Running from Nov. 25 through Dec. 14, the drive will benefit families with children affiliated with WNY Compassion Connection.
“During the holiday season especially, it is important to remember that many families in our community are experiencing hardships,” said Alex Tuch, founder of the AT9 Foundation. “This year, our toy drive will help strengthen the support that WNY Compassion Connection provides to children and families navigating grief. I’m proud to play a role in supporting their initiatives, and I have no doubt that Buffalonians will assist the families who could use some extra support this season.”
Beginning Dec. 1, members of the community can contribute to the drive by donating new, unwrapped toys at various drop-off locations, including select Delta Sonic locations and Dave & Adam’s Card World at 8075 Sheridan Drive, Clarence, New York.
Participating Delta Sonic locations include:
- 1355 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst, NY 14228
- 4973 Transit Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221
- 2285 Walden Ave, Cheektowaga, NY 14225
- 2590 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216
- 1264 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14209
- Niagara Falls Blvd & 80th St, Niagara Falls, NY 14304
- 3205 Orchard Park Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127
- 350 Langner Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224
- 4817 Transit Rd, Depew, NY 14043
- 1006 McKinley Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14220
- 3100 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst, NY 14228
In addition to toy donations, financial contributions to the AT9 Foundation are also welcome. These funds will be used to purchase toys and gifts for the drive. To donate, visit at9foundation.org/donate. Supporters may also shop from the WNY Compassion Connection Holiday Wish List available on Amazon with gifts shipped directly to WNY Compassion Connection.
"Being chosen as the 2025 Toy Drive beneficiary by Alex Tuch and his AT9 Foundation is an extraordinary gift to a vital new service in our region,” said Gwen Mysiak, Executive Director and Co-Founder of WNY Compassion Connection: A Center for Grieving Children and Families. “This partnership shines a powerful light of hope, awareness, and generosity on children and families navigating unimaginable loss and emotional upheaval. With 1 in 11 children in our region expected to experience the death of a parent or sibling before turning 18, the need for compassionate support has never been clearer. Alex’s commitment to uplifting these bereaved kids and families and his unwavering belief in the healing power of community will truly brighten the spirits of children facing life’s most profound heartbreak.”
