Back to Play

10/20/2026

🎄 This smile says it all! Our board member Patty Patty has spent the last two years helping make Christmas special for local families—and you could be part of that joy, too.

We’re planning a casual meet & greet for anyone who wants to learn more! Come hear how it all works, explore ways to help, ask questions, or get signed up in person. All are welcome!

No commitment needed—just come see what might be a good fit. ❤️

Would you be more likely to join us in person or virtually? Let us know in the comments below so we can plan!

10/18/2026

Why do Christmas assistance programs work together? Because coordination helps every donated gift and dollar go further!!

Participating agencies share relevant registration information to help prevent duplicate assistance and use available resources across more families. Back to Play helps bring together gifts, sponsors, volunteers, and distribution, but there are MANY elves helping at the workshop behind the scenes. This shared effort makes the season possible 🎄🎄🎄

Families can start here: https://formesign.com/public/104938127298683982116/all/form/1FAIpQLSc3QLDwB0qldrBW2hEOvoBSzp6Df_HHIGCTYu8GPhlfW1eHBA
Volunteers and sponsors can join here: https://forms.gle/pmiZGn2PyWNkUyBq7

10/09/2026

You may be wondering... what happens after a family registers?

Earlier registration improves the opportunity to fulfill your wish lists with matched gifts!

If you want to help be a part of the magic this year, sign up here: https://forms.gle/RQ97bEUt5rQf3kNU6

Need to sign up for gifts? click here: https://formesign.com/public/104938127298683982116/all/form/1FAIpQLSc3QLDwB0qldrBW2hEOvoBSzp6Df_HHIGCTYu8GPhlfW1eHBA

10/04/2026

Rapunzel and Mickey Mouse joined us yesterday for a magical community event, and we’re hoping to keep the magic alive through the holiday season!!

Thank you OG Productions for the chance to join DeSoto small businesses to share what we’re all about and events for local families. Go check out the other videos for a full scope on why DeSoto is so wonderful and how we’re revitalizing Main Street area by connecting with its community.

We hope everyone has a beautiful week ahead! 💛🍁🧡

10/03/2026

Thank you for everyone who came to our Whimsical Event today and supported our mission! More updates this week, but for now….

We’re sharing our awesome raffle baskets until tomorrow evening for more chances to win!

Click the links below to enter for your basket of choice:

Memories and Meals (family tickets and gift cards) https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/memories-and-meals-basket

Rest and Restore! (Pampering goodies and gift card) https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rest-and-restore-basket

Sip Sip Hooray! Coffee and teas please! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/sip-sip-hooray-basket

Hooked on Fun Kids fishing basket! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hooked-on-fun-basket

10/03/2026

Today is the day! 🍄 🪄

10/01/2026

Claus for a Cause and Angel Tree registration is open!
GET HELP: https://formesign.com/public/104938127298683982116/all/form/1FAIpQLSc3QLDwB0qldrBW2hEOvoBSzp6Df_HHIGCTYu8GPhlfW1eHBA

GIVE HELP: https://forms.gle/pmiZGn2PyWNkUyBq7

Our 🎁 12 Weeks of Claus for a Cause 🎁 starts today!

Our hope is simple: to make sure every family has an opportunity for holiday magic. We aim to provide each child with 2–3 gifts and an outfit, and when donations allow, we add a little extra Christmas magic too. 🎁

📅 Registration closes December 16th for our program.

Our main distribution and Christmas celebration will be December 20th at the DeSoto Community Center with Santa pictures and holiday fun!

There are no special eligibility requirements to apply. We simply ask that you pick up your gifts as assigned—or arrange for someone to pick them up for you—during one of our distribution dates. Whether you need a little help this Christmas or you’re looking for a way to give it, we’re glad you’re here. ❤️🎄

09/29/2026

Claus for a Cause starts THIS Thursday October 1st!

If you are looking for holiday assistance or have benefited from the program in the past, we are still providing support this season! We have funds reserved specifically to make sure the holiday magic is not impacted from our displacement this year. We also have secured a great location to store, organize, and collaborate with other agencies to ensure all families have access to gifts this year 🫶🏻

All sign-ups will be digital 📱 You can find our QR code around the community to scan, go to our website on the main page and click on the link, or find our posts on social media. Forms will be active on Thursday🎄

09/25/2026

⚡ 24-HOUR FLASH SALE! ⚡

We are officially ONE WEEK AWAY from Whimsical Woods, and we are so excited to share the magic with you! ✨

To mark the final countdown, we’re running our biggest offer yet for the next 24 hours ONLY:

🎟️ HALF-PRICE TICKETS!
🎟️ PLUS 2 FREE ENTRIES into our Mom’s Recharge & Self-Care Basket (featuring doTERRA, coffee goodies, custom tumbler, and more!) with every ticket purchased!

Every single ticket bought directly powers Back to Play's reopening. If you’ve been waiting to grab yours, NOW is the moment!

⏰ Sale ends tomorrow at 12 pm!

👉 Grab your half-price tickets here:

09/16/2026

✨ Bringing play back to our community, one ticket at a time! ✨

We're getting excited as we prepare for our upcoming Whimsical Woods: A Storybook Brunch! 🍄👑

If you’ve been asking when our new space will open, supporting this event is the best way to help us cross the finish line! To celebrate, we’re launching raffle ticket sales THIS WEEKEND at the Fall Festival:

🌿 Mom’s Recharge Basket (doTERRA Pebble Diffuser, oils, coffee, tumbler, and self care goodies)

🐟 Kids Outdoor & Fishing Basket (Everything young nature explorers need)

🎟️ Family Outing Basket (St. Louis Zoo Adventure Passes, Magic House tickets, local dining gift cards and more!)

Stop by our booth at the festival to say hi, grab your raffle tickets, and get your event passes!

Can't attend the festival? You can still grab your Whimsical Woods tickets online today ➡️

Join us for an Enchanted Forest Fall Brunch! Featuring a live musical performance, delicious treats, and magical character meet-and-greets! 🌲✨Early Bird…