Mothers In Charge Hosts Toy Giveaway, Holiday Party For Philadelphia Kids Affected By Gun Violence

CBS Philadelphia

December 18, 2025

Families impacted by gun violence gathered at the School District of Philadelphia's headquarters Wednesday for the Mothers In Charge toy giveaway, a night of holiday cheer complete with music, presents and a special visit from Santa Claus.

Dr. Dorothy Johnson-Speight, the national director of Mothers in Charge, hosted the night focused on lending a helping hand to those who have lost loved ones to gun violence.

"I lost my mom when I was very young, so I know the pain of that, especially at a time when everyone is happy, but maybe you're not happy because you had a death in your family," Johnson-Speight said.

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