The Best Toys to Donate to Toy Drives in 2014

When looking to donate toys at Christmas to toy drives like Christmas Wish or 911 Gives Hope for the Holiday, a little research can go a long way. Here are some gift ideas based on whats trending for kids and teens right now.

Sure things for young kids are always dolls and trucks. Stuffed toys too. Look in the entry way at Target for a variety of small inexpensive items that can be added to a gift bag or stocking. There are learning items, games and fun things $1 - $3.

Frozen is what little girls are dreaming of this year. These dolls are available at Target for $22.99 for both!

This play set from Frozen also at Target for $14.99, each dress magically clips to the dolls for dress up play. Below Snow Glow Elsa and Olaf would thrill any little girl for $29.99!

Many girls long for the real life looking dolls and accessories that come at a hefty price, Target has another option, Our Generation Dolls and accessories are a great buy at $22.99.

Many accessory options are available from Horses and pets to clothing. I like these options! Pajamas set $12 and sleep over set $15.

Indulge the little girl in you and choose a doll you would like to receive and then donate it and make a little girls Christmas morning!

Boys enjoy vehicles and action figures of various types. This year the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are Tops! Flying Michelangelo for $19.99.

The Turtle Van Take down set by Lego is available at Target for $37.99. Lego sets and other block building sets are available in various themes. Deluxe figure for $9.99.

These are just a few of the Ninja Turtle items available, go to www.Target.com to see the full selection available or your local store!

Try these sure thing toys also available at Target! Grader for $19.99 and dump truck for the same price!

Fire trucks, building blocks and play sets are also great for imaginative play.

Walmart has this set of Hot Wheels for under $15!

Barbie remains a popular gift for girls, Walmart has many under $20!

The Pre-teen and Teen set are a bit more selective. Here are some items for them. Possibly get together a group of friends or co-workers to pitch in for a larger ticket item an older child would enjoy. Tablets begin at $99.00 ad also would require a gift card for purchasing apps for the tablet. This Fire is a great deal for only $99 from Amazon.

Teen girls enjoy jewelry and stores often deeply discount gold and silver jewelry making a nice gift affordable at $25.69!

Statement necklaces $10 at Walmart in various colors and styles. Also huge selection of scarves to dress up any outfit.

Girls enjoy room decoration so brightly colored rugs or throw pillows can brighten up a personal space and make it more their own. This chair comes in a pattern for girls or can be purchased in a solid for a teen boy too!

Mossy Oak and Logo team hoodies are available at Walmart, Fishing rod and reel combos with a stocked tackle box too! Area parks have lakes to use free with a fishing license, so throw that in too!

Flash drives are a great gift for teens, no computer at home? Computer access is free at the Local Daviess County Public Library!

Music is very important to this age as well! Below, an iPod shuffle can be purchased for $46 so why not get one and load some age appropriate, g-rated music?

or any of the following games.....Scattergories, Twister, Teen Talk, Wits and Wagers! These are all geared to teens and available at Walmart or www.walmart.com