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With Black Friday, Small-Business Saturday and Cyber Monday over, the focus now turns to giving.
The Marine Toys for Tots Program is encouraging the public to embrace the spirit of generosity on what it calls Giving TOYSday by helping them put smiles on the faces of disadvantaged boys and girls. Each year, millions of children face the harsh reality of a holiday without gifts. For 77 years, Toys for Tots has been providing toys, books and other gifts to underprivileged children, ensuring they experience the magic of the holiday season.
“With the holidays fast approaching, we’ve been receiving more and more requests from parents who are struggling to make financial ends meet,” said Lt. Gen James Laster, president and CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. “This year more than ever, we encourage our dedicated supporters to make a donation to the Marine Toys for Tots Program in honor of Giving TOYSday. Every donation from our supporters will ensure that request from families in need will be filled this Christmas.”
Toys for Tots goes beyond being a Christmastime charity. It also serves as a vital support system for families struggling financially. The simple joy of unwrapping a new toy offers children a powerful moment that brings them a sense of normalcy, belonging and hope.
“Our mission is to change lives, one gift at a time,” Laster said. “With the support of our generous donors, we can ensure that children in need feel loved and valued this holiday season.”
Since its inception in 1947, Toys for Tots has distributed 677 million toys to 301 million deserving children. Right now, more than 870 local Toys for Tots chapters are working to collect, sort and distribute toys, books and other gifts to children in need in their communities/ Every dollar donated helps create a brighter future for children in need. For more information, visit Toy for Tots.
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