Toddler of the Year: Vicksburg native in top 15

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — With a megawatt smile, a heart full of love, and an energy that radiates from the moment he enters a room, Greyson—affectionately known as Grey—is the very definition of toddler joy.

Grey has already mastered the art of spreading kindness. Whether it’s a cheerful wave to a stranger in the grocery store or a big hug for his big sister, his favorite person in the world, Grey makes it his mission to make people feel seen and loved.

“Grey is full of life and personality. There’s not a single person we’ve met who hasn’t said he belongs on a billboard or a magazine cover,” says his mom Tina. “He loves everyone, and that love shows in everything he does.”

From sunny days at the lake to cannonballs in the pool, Grey is happiest when he’s outside and surrounded by the people who matter most. Water is his element, but love is his language. Whether it’s splashing in the ocean or running through the backyard with his sister, Grey’s spirit is as boundless as the sky.

Now, as a finalist for Hasbro’s Toddler of the Year, Greyson isn’t just winning hearts, he’s capturing the hopes of a family working hard to build a brighter future.

The competition itself is no small feat. There are multiple rounds, and Greyson has already made it through several. What started with the Top 20 has now advanced to the Top 15, and today, Grey is proudly holding strong in 10th place as he pushes toward the Top 10 and beyond. Each round brings him one step closer to claiming the #1 Toddler of the Year title

Each vote helps push Greyson closer to the finish line, while also supporting a meaningful cause: Toys for Tots. Voting is completely free, but you can also purchase votes for additional dollars.

Voters have until August 14 to vote in the Top 10 round, making this final stretch the most important one yet. Click here to vote for Grey.

The $25,000 grand prize wouldn’t be a splurge for Greyson’s family; it would be a blessing.

“For our family, $25,000 wouldn’t be a splurge,” says Grey’s mom. “It would be a relief and a stepping stone. It would help us support our kids, reduce our stress, grow the kids’ play café I just opened in Madison, and most importantly, buy us more time together.”