The Agency Acts Toy Drive with Rico Dowdle
Overview
Be among the first 300 guests to RSVP for an exclusive opportunity to meet Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle and capture a photo as part of this special holiday celebration.
Join us for The Agency Acts: Give Back Holiday Toy Drive & Community Meet & Greet, presented by Travis Crawford Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical and benefiting Thompson—a festive, community-driven evening centered around joy, generosity, and supporting local families in need. This event brings together families, neighbors, and fans for a magical night filled with holiday activities, immersive experiences, and opportunities to give back in a meaningful way.
Throughout the evening, guests can enjoy a wide range of family-friendly activities, including photos with Santa (sponsored by Paladin Law), a kids’ gaming zone (powered by Atrium Health), holiday face painting (presented by Aclara Lending), Santa hat giveaways (courtesy of Jackson Orthodontics), and a festive Cabinet IQ Coloring Corner from Cabinet IQ, Charlotte’s premier cabinet experts.
Guests can also explore an elevated lineup of holiday shopping pop-ups and interactive stations—from curated florals by Gathered Grace Florals, custom patch hats with Hawley Truckers, vintage sportswear and photo ops with Locker Room Charlotte, jewelry and holiday exclusives from Kendra Scott, custom fragrance blending with Glow Chemistry, permanent jewelry from Glow Girl, luxe beauty finds from Alisa Luxe Beauty, and handcrafted concrete candles from Dom Alexander. It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up holiday gifts, enjoy hands-on creative experiences, or create your own personalized keepsake.
At the heart of the night is our toy drive supporting Thompson, and we invite each guest to bring a new, unwrapped toy to help brighten the season for children across our community. Every donation makes a meaningful impact.
Whether you’re attending with family, meeting friends, or looking for a festive and purposeful way to celebrate the holidays, this event promises an unforgettable evening filled with warmth, connection, and holiday spirit. We can’t wait to welcome you.
If you can’t join us in person but would still like to support Thompson, you may make a monetary donation here:
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Interested in becoming an event partner or sponsor?
Email CHARLOTTE@THEAGENCYRE.COM for more details.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVATIONS
(Sponsored & Presented by Event Partners)
- Photos with Santa – Sponsored by Paladin Law
- Cabinet IQ Coloring Corner | Presented by Cabinet IQ
- Santa Hat Handout | Courtesy of Jackson Orthodontics
- Atrium Health Kids Gaming Zone | Powered by Atrium Health
- Holiday Face Painting Station | Presented by Aclara Lending
HOLIDAY SHOPPING & INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCES
(Vendors + Creative Pop-Ups)
- Make-Your-Own Holiday Floral Bouquet Bar | Gathered Grace Florals
- Locker Room Charlotte Photo Activation + Vintage Sportswear Pop-Up | Locker Room Charlotte
- Kendra Scott Holiday Jewelry Activation | Kendra Scott
- Hawley Truckers Custom Holiday Hat Bar | Hawley Truckers
- Glow Chemistry DIY Mobile Fragrance Bar | Glow Chemistry
- Glow Girl Permanent Jewelry Bar | Glow Girl
- Alisa Luxe Beauty Holiday Pop-Up | Alisa Luxe Beauty
- Dom Alexander Hand-Poured Concrete Candle Shop | Dom Alexander
Lineup
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Highlights
- 2 hours
- all ages
- In person
- Free parking
Location
Hyatt Centric Charlotte SouthPark
3100 Apex Drive
Charlotte, NC 28211
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Photos with Santa
Experience the magic of the season at our charming Photos with Santa activation, proudly sponsored by Paladin Law. Bring your family, friends, or little ones to meet Santa, share your holiday wishes, and pose for a festive photo you can take home as a cherished keepsake. This joyful stop is the perfect way to capture a special moment from the evening—warm smiles, holiday spirit, and memories you’ll treasure for years to come. Paladin Law is a residential and commercial real estate law firm dedicated to helping you seamlessly complete your real estate transaction.
Kids Coloring Corner
Let your little ones get creative at the Cabinet IQ Kids’ Coloring Corner, a fun and festive spot designed just for our youngest guests. Children can enjoy holiday-themed coloring pages, crayons, and activities while you explore the event. It’s a cheerful, family-friendly space where kids can relax, express their creativity, and take home their artwork as a sweet reminder of the evening. Cabinet IQ is a modern, full-service kitchen and bath cabinet company known for combining exceptional craftsmanship with a seamless, customer-focused experience. They specialize in high-quality cabinetry, custom design solutions, and streamlined installation—making the renovation process smooth, efficient, and beautifully executed.
Little Elves Face Painting
Step into the Little Elves Face Paint Corner, presented by Aclara Lending, where holiday imagination comes to life in the most magical way. Kids can choose from festive designs—snowflakes, reindeer noses, candy canes, holiday sparkles, and more—as our artists transform them into cheerful little elves ready to celebrate. This whimsical station gives children a fun, creative experience they’ll love and parents a picture-perfect moment to capture, all while highlighting Aclara Lending, a trusted lending partner dedicated to helping families navigate home financing with clarity, care, and a truly personalized approach.
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