Clinical social worker behind Manatee County toy drive helping make Christmas brighter for foster youth

The Brief

  • The Heart and Play Toy drive aims to donate hundreds of gifts to foster youth.
  • The kids are located in Manatee County.
  • A therapist who does play therapy is the mind behind this toy drive.

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla A St. Petersburg licensed clinical social worker is trying to make Christmas better for more than just her patients.

What we know:

Dominique Mickler helps kids each day through play therapy. In her time off, her work with toys does not stop. She is hosting the fifth annual Hearts and Play Toy Drive this year.

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