Taryn Delanie Smith Discusses Coalition for the Homeless Toy Drive

Coalition for the Homeless Mission

• 🎯 The Coalition for the Homeless operates 11 frontline programs in New York City, including the Grand Central Food Program, which has served meals for 40 years without interruption.
• 💡 Taryn Delanie Smith highlights that many New Yorkers are unaware of the organization's extensive work and impact.

Personal Connection and Giving Back

• 💖 Smith, a former Miss New York and content creator, emphasizes the importance of giving back to New York City, which has provided so much to its residents.
• 🤝 She has a long history of volunteering with organizations like Trinity Place Shelter and Coalition for the Homeless, even before gaining a public platform.

Holiday Toy Drive Details

• 🎄 This holiday season, an estimated 35,000 children will be in New York City shelters.
• 🎁 The Coalition for the Homeless aims to collect 10,000 toys for these children, as Santa sometimes needs assistance reaching shelters.
• 🗓️ The toy drive concludes on December 15th.

How to Help

• 💻 Donations can be made easily through an Amazon Wish List via a QR code or directly on the Coalition for the Homeless website.
• 🌐 Those unable to donate toys can contribute by volunteering their time, donating money, or offering their expertise at www.coalitionforthehomeless.org.
• 📣 The goal is to reach 30,000 toys, leveraging the power of the WABC audience and Taryn's influence.

Impact and Call to Action

• ✨ Smith has witnessed firsthand the decency, respect, and kindness shown by the Coalition for the Homeless to those they serve.
• 📢 She believes that if more New Yorkers, especially those in positions to help, could see this impact, everyone would contribute.