A continuous donation program · Toys & funds always welcome
Year-Round
Ongoing program
All Ages
Infants through teens
Two Ways to Give
Toys or monetary donations
Direct Impact
Bedside & in-patient delivery
Why the Toy Cart Matters
When a child is admitted to Lompoc Valley Medical Center, a familiar comfort can make all the difference. The Toy Cart visits pediatric patients throughout the hospital, offering a small gift that says “we see you, and we care.” Your donation — whether a toy dropped in a collection bin or a few dollars given online — keeps the cart stocked and rolling every single day.
Suggested donations by age group
1
Infants & Toddlers
Birth through age 3 · New, unwrapped items only
Ages 0 – 3
Fisher-Price Little People, Little Tikes, Weebles (people, animals, vehicles)
Items decorated with glitter or craft kits with many small loose pieces (e.g., beads)
Items containing food, drink, or candy
Large board games due to storage limitations
For quality and safety, name-brand items are preferred.
Delivery Information
Drop-off contact
Donations may be left for Nora Wallace, Public Relations Coordinator, at the main lobby of Lompoc Valley Medical Center.
1515 East Ocean Avenue
Lompoc, CA 93436
Questions & contact
Email: wallacen@lompocvmc.com
Phone: 805-737-5749
Due to privacy regulations, donors are not permitted to distribute items directly to patients.
Program details
Who receives the toys
All pediatric inpatients and pediatric Emergency Department patients are eligible to receive a toy. When requested or needed, hospital staff deliver gifts to children at the bedside or in the exam room, ensuring every child feels seen and cared for during their stay – regardless of diagnosis or length of admission.
How the cart works
The Toy Cart is stocked as needed with donated items and funds managed by the Foundation. When the cart runs low, the Foundation purchases additional inventory using monetary donations to ensure no child is missed.
Program impact
150
Toys delivered last year
150
Children served annually
52
Weeks per year the cart runs
$0
Cost to patients — always free
Frequently asked questions
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. The Lompoc Healthcare District Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID: 77-0262454.. A receipt will be emailed after each online donation.
Can I donate toys from a wish list?
Yes! We maintain an Amazon Wish List stocked with pre-approved, hospital-safe toys for all age groups. Visit [wish list URL] to purchase directly and have items shipped to the Foundation.
Can my company or group do a toy drive?
Absolutely. We welcome corporate, school, and community group toy drives. Contact the Foundation at info@lhdfoundation.org to set up a coordinated drop-off or collection campaign.
Can I volunteer with LVMC
Yes — volunteers are coordinated through the LVMC Volunteer Services department. Contact Kristina Grasseer grasserk@lompocvmc.com (805) 875-8895 to learn about open shifts.
Contact & more information
Foundation Office
Susan Xiong
805-737-5762
xiongsu@lhdfoundation.org
Toy Donations
Nora Wallace
Questions about physical toy drop-offs
wallacen@lompocvmc.com (805) 291-9371
