We will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
We want to encourage you to get away from screens
and reconnect with family and friends
this holiday season during our annual Let’s Play Giveaway!
Stop by 11/12-11/21 to pick up your FREE items.
Open to all ages.
Must live in Polk County and be eligible for federal assistance.
Limit 2 games and 1 puzzle per family while supplies last.
Plus, individuals we have supported this year,
may enter for a chance to win tickets to Glow Oregon on December 4th!
And we will have additional drawings for Christmas-themed Lego sets!
Don’t wait….Let’s Play!
Many thanks to our partners Toys For Tots Polk County Oregon,
United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Resource Center,
and Salem-Keizer Volcanoes for the generous donations!
Let us help you celebrate!
Number of youth,
I/DD individuals,
and seniors served in 2025!
What we do:
We provide FREE
- Birthday gifts up to $40
- Age and level appropriate books
- Birthday cards
- Game kit with prizes
- Party decoration kit
Items may be selected on-site or delivered.
Who qualifies:
- Youth ages 0-18
- Intellectual/developmental disabled individuals of any age
- Seniors 65+
All recipients must:
- Live in Polk County
- Be eligible for federal assistance
How to apply:
- Apply in-person or by phone
- The primary parent or guardian must apply for each youth
- I/DD individuals and seniors may self-apply or be referred
Proof of need is not required.
Celebrating the value and importance
of underserved youth, I/DD individuals, and seniors
in Polk County on their birthday
Have questions?
Call: 971-289-6358
Email: info@thoughtsandgifts.org
Visit: 427 Main Street E
Monmouth, OR 97361
Tuesday-Friday
1 PM to 5 PM
(Closed on Mondays in May and June)
Closed on federal holidays.
celebrating birthdays, celebrating you