Pools of Hope and College Square Neighborhood Association Host Annual Holiday Toy – Food Giveaway in Long Beach

(Isstories Editorial):- Long Beach, California Dec 11, 2025 (Issuewire.com) – Pools of Hope, in partnership with the College Square Neighborhood Association, is excited to present its Annual Holiday Toy & Food Giveaway on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 6801 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90805. This beloved event is dedicated to spreading holiday joy and supporting families across North Long Beach and surrounding areas.

Families across the community are invited to enjoy a festive day of giving and community care. The street will be blocked off to create a welcoming outdoor space filled with music, warmth, and support.

Attendees will receive free toys, groceries, hot meals, and sweet treats from the Santa Candy Store, while children enjoy holiday music from a live DJ. The event also includes free asthma screenings and education provided by St. Mary Medical Center, along with community resources and helpful information from New York Life.

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“This event is about more than just gifts, it’s about showing families that their community is here for them,” said Patricia Dixon, Executive Director of Pools of Hope. “We are proud to create moments of joy and connection for those who need it most.”

Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, this year’s event will serve hundreds of families with the support of:  Port of Long Beach, Supervisor Janice Hahn, Marathon Los Angeles Refinery, Los Angeles Food Bank, City of Long Beach 9th District, New York Life, Long Beach Gives, Sparks of Love, and the Los Angeles Food Equity Roundtable.

“We are so grateful for the partners who show up for our community year after year,” Dixon added. “Their support helps ensure no child is left behind this holiday season.”

Pools of Hope and College Square expect to distribute over 1,500 toys and 500 bags of groceries to local families during this year’s event.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (while supplies last)
Location: 6801 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90805
Cost: Free and open to the public
Tip: Families are encouraged to arrive early.

For more information, please call (310) 537-2224 or visit www.caaquatictherapy.com.

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About Pools of Hope

Pools of Hope provides therapeutic aquatic and wellness programs to over 2,500 children with developmental disabilities, veterans, seniors, and people with disabilities annually. Its warm-water pools and evidence-based programs support improved physical and mental well-being for clients across Los Angeles County.

About College Square Neighborhood Association

The College Square Neighborhood Association is dedicated to uniting the North Long Beach community through resident engagement, youth-focused programming, and civic partnerships that foster long-term neighborhood improvement.

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