Operation HoHoHo
As we enter our 25th year of collecting toys to help share the smiles at the Ronald McDonald House, we’re going to need your help to get creative as we work our ways through a “hybrid” environment. The good news is we made it through last year’s unique situation and we’re ready to roll this year and continue sharing the smiles!
How to participate
We work with both organizations and individuals to collect unwrapped gifts. So whether your organization would like to arrange a toy drive or you would like to share a smile directly – we can accommodate! Reach out, and we’ll provide you with all you need, including collection boxes and signs!
What types of presents
We are looking for all types of new unwrapped gifts for children between 2 to 16. Through the years, we have received everything from board games to bicycles -> Our best advice is to think back to when you were a child and what made you smile?
History
Operation HoHoHo is a toy drive that we hold every December to help bring smiles to the families staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Long Branch during the holiday season as a member of their family fights to see their next Christmas.
Help spread the holiday cheer through Operation HoHoHo…
Operation Ho Ho Ho uses a simple philosophy to spread the smiles to the children and families of The Ronald McDonald House on Christmas by collecting unwrapped gifts at various events during the holidays. We work with local organizations that set up drop-off centers, and collections and as we’ve adapted through last year, you can also send the presents directly to us at 20 Fox Hill Drive, Denville, NJ 07834. We are relying on all of you to spread the word and send toys (or drop them off if you are local) so that we can turn this into the best holiday ever for the kids at The Ronald McDonald House.
Who We Are ?
Operation HoHoHo is a non-profit organization that has been collecting toys since 1997 to help share smiles with those in need.
What – An unwrapped gift for anyone ages 2-16
When – All of the gifts are collected by Dec 23rd and delivered on Christmas Eve
Where – The elves will collect presents from multiple pickup points
Mail a Toy
While you’re doing your shopping online, drop an additional toy in your basket and have it sent directly to our Operation HoHoHo headquarters located @ Operation HoHoHo, 20 Fox Hill Road, Denville NJ, 07834
Toy Drop Off Boxes / Collections
We work with multiple organizations throughout New Jersey that are hosting toy drives and collections. Click here to find the closest collection point.
Drop a Toy
If you’re in the Denville area, you can always drop a toy directly off at the Operation HoHoHo headquarters located @ 20 Fox Hill Drive, Denville NJ, 079834
Calling all Girl & Boy Scouts!! We are working with troops in the area to help them earn badges by collecting toys for Operation Ho Ho Ho!!
How to participate?
We work with both organizations and individuals to collect unwrapped gifts. We can arrange drop off locations and present pick ups along with providing you with flyers and media for Operation Ho Ho Ho…
What types of presents?
We are looking for all types of gifts. We look for unwrapped gifts for children between the ages of 2 to 16 and through the years have received every thing from board games to bicycles…
Video and Photos
Please enjoy some of the videos and photos from previous years along with this years movie trailers! It’s amazing to think how many smiles our trailer load of gifts will bring!!
Ronald McDonald House Who the Ronald McDonald House is.
We know that families are stronger when they are together, and their presence helps a sick child heal faster and cope better. While Ronald McDonald House Charities cannot make medicine taste better or take away painful treatments, we can help lessen the burden and ensure more than 4 million families a year have the stability and resources they need to keep their child healthy and happy.
History of Operation HoHoHo
What is this Toy Drive all about? Operation Ho, Ho, Ho is a toy drive that we hold every December to help bring smiles to the families staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Long Branch during the holiday season as a member of their family fights to see their next Christmas.
Hosting a Holiday Party?
A simply way to get involved! When you send out your invitations for your holiday parties, why not include a little note that you’re participating in Operation HoHoHo and instead of bringing a bottle of wine or trinket, why not bring a present that will help make the day of a toddler
Some info about Operation HoHoHo
Our little yellow friend loves to get into a bit of festive shenanigans, though when it comes to this time of year, he’s busy helping the Operation HoHoHo elves get ready for the toy drive!!
Number of Years
Smiles Shared
Our Memories
Years of effort and great memories
2020 Operation HoHoHo – Smiles Prevail Through the Uncertainty
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That’s a wrap – 2019 Operation HoHoHo
Wow - All of your amazing generosity and kindness has made Operation HoHoHo a huge success again in 2019! We had folks from Ohio to Atlantic City reach out to help share the love and smiles and we were able to fill another trailer of toys which we delivered down to...
Operation Ho Ho Ho a Great Success in 2018
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Operation HoHoHo Elves at Toys R Us
The Operation HoHoHo Elves making a stop at Toys R Us to pick up the last few toys and look what they were able to pick up on special!!
Even though Santa won’t admit it, it’s good that he can visit Dr Molinare to make sure his teeth are clean after all of the holiday sweets!!
Mrs. Claus makes sure all of elves and Santa make it to Dr. Molinare so that they don’t get any cavities and this Santa was so grateful of the support that they gave to Operation HoHoHo!! It’s always a good thing to have a dentist on your side when every house you...
The Advantage Business Media Elves have been busy again this year collecting gifts for Operation HoHoHo!!
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One of our oldest contributors The Hanover Rotary continues to share the smiles this year!!
The Hanover Rotary has been one of our oldest supporters and they’ve always been there to help us and lend a hand!! What an amazing organization that not only supports a ton of local projects like Operation HoHoHo, though they help with worldwide issues like polio and...
Not only does Travelers Insurance collect a ton of toys for the RMH, they also help insure the North Pole!!
We are grateful for the support we receive each year from Travelers Insurance who helps us collect gifts in their offices!! Each year they help us share the smiles down at the Ronald McDonald House!! Sometimes the winters get tough up at the North Pole, though we know...
The MacCormack Agency helps fill the Operation HoHoHo Toy Trailer Again!!
The MacCormack Agency elves have been busy this holiday season collecting gifts at all of their offices and during the Annual Holiday Party!! All we can say is wow….. Normally it’s not 70 degrees out and Santa’s used to traveling in the ice & snow so he was...
Operation HoHoHo Elves…
A few of the elves that help make Operation HoHoHo a success each year
Whippany Chiropractic
Dr. Elf | Dr. Mark
If you’re in the Whippany area, stop by and visit Dr. Mark and drop a present under the tree at his office at 133 Whippany Road!
Jersey Shore Collections
Six Sigma Black Belt Elf | Jenn
Are you down by the Jersey Shore – No worries! Jenn and her crew are standing by to pick up toys and make sure they get delivered on Christmas Eve!
Girl Scouts
Elves in training
Each year we have troops throughout the state help set up collections and earn their badges! These are the elves that truly make the magic happen!
Boy Scouts
Elves in training
Each year we have troops throughout the state help set up collections and earn their badges! These are the elves that truly make the magic happen!
Twin Elephant Brewing
Brewing Elves | Cindy & Tim
Santa loves his milk & cookies, though he also loves a nice cold frosty beverage from his friends at our local brewery!
Elves in Training
Teaching Elf | Scott & Jamie
The north pole has a lot of elves to educate and they all start at one of LLA’s 3 locations (Morristown, Denville, Jefferson)
North Pole Realtor
Realtor Elf | Tamara
Santa has a lot properties around the world and Tamara helps ensure he stays on top of his real estate holdings!
Mrs. Claus
Mrs. Claus | Nancy
Helping to ensure the magic happens year after year and pulling together so many local organizations to help and contribute!
Jersey Shore Elf
Seaside Elf | Peg
Ensuring that our seaside friends have a place to drop off toys and then coordinates her elves to help with the delivery on Christmas Eve!
Blue Collar Back Office
Office Elf | Dan
Santa has to make sure that his naughty & nice list is organized each year and his friends at BCBO ensure that everything is inline!
Central Jersey
Central Jersey Elf | Leni
Leni and her crew help ensure that the spirit of sharing a smile is strong and contagious every holiday season!
Running the Workshop
Construction Elf | Ant
To ensure that the workshop and North Pole have the facilities needed to build all of the toys, our friends at AC Construction get the job done!
Insurance Elves
Insurance Elf | Doug
With the amount of house stops Santa has to make each year and a workshop full elves to watch over – Santa needs a lot of insurance!
Realtor Elf
Realtor Elf | Sarah
With a degree in photography, Sarah knows how to help Santa make all of his North Pole properties look their best when he put’s them on the market to upgrade!
Present Logistics
Logistic Elf | Richard & Dave
We’ve grown from a few toys that were delivered in the back of a truck to now filling up trailer each year that’s supplied by our friends!
GreenWood Tree
Christmas Tree Elf | Ray
Every year our favorite Christmas tree expert ensures there’s a pile of gifts under the tree for the Ronald McDonald House!
Fire Department Elves
Fire Elf | Chief Whippanong
Sometimes emergencies happen and the WFD is always there to ensure Santa and his elves are safe and not getting into too much trouble!
Rotary Elves
Rotarian Elf | Hanover Rotary
The Rotary helps both our local community and supports initiatives worldwide to help ensure we all live in a better place!
Weichert
North Jersey Realtors
Santa has real estate all around the globe and his friends at Weichert help him keep track of it all!
Running the Promotions
Content Elf
Santa loves to take photos everywhere he goes to thank everyone for their donations! Here’s the team that helps make this happen.
Flavors & Fragrances
Smelly & Tasty Elf | Jenn
To ensure all of this holiday goodness smells and tastes just right, Santa calls in his old friends at International Flavors and Fragrances!
Key Club
Future Leadership Elves
Santa is always looking for future elves to help with the operations and the Key Club is always there helping support future leaders looking to get involved!