In what year did Toys for Tots start?
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In what year did Toys for Tots start?
1947Toys for Tots / Start date
Toys for Tots began in 1947 as the brain child of Marine Corps Reserve Major Bill Hendricks. Actually it was his wife, Diane, who was the real inspiration. She had a few handcrafted dolls and asked Bill to deliver them to an agency that supports children in need.
How do I set up a Toys for Tots drive?
Proceed through the following process.
- Click the Donate or Request a Toy option at the top of the page.
- Select your state.
- Select the city or county nearest your location.
- Contact information for the campaign as well as information pertaining to donating or requesting a toy can be found on the website.
How do I donate to Toys for Tots?
You can donate a toy at one of the area toy drop locations, host a Toys for Tots event at your home, office or other venue and collect toys for Toys for Tots, or volunteer at the local warehouse.
What year did Toys for Tots start making holidays a little happier for children?
1947
In 1947, Toys for Tots started making the holidays a little happier for youngsters by organizing its first Christmas toy drive for less fortunate children.
How do you start a Christmas drive?
Running your own toy drive is a great way to give back even more during the holiday season. Just follow these simple steps to start your drive:
- 1) Research and choose your nonprofit recipient.
- 2) Set your drive dates.
- 3) Create a drive flyer.
- 4) Promote, promote, promote.
- 5) Put out donation bins.
- 6) Bring it online.
Can you get a tax write off for Toys for Tots?
You may be able to claim a tax deduction for giving toys to children. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allows you to claim a deduction for charitable contributions. This reduces your taxable income and can help to lower your tax liability.
What toys are most needed for Toys for Tots?
Popular toy categories include sporting equipment, books, backpacks, board games, radio control cars/trucks, hand-held electronics, and skateboards/helmets. Do not give toys that look like realistic weapons or food items.
Where did Toys for Tots start?
Los Angeles, California
1947 Major Bill Hendricks, USMCR founds Toys for Tots in Los Angeles, California. 5,000 toys collected during a campaign before Christmas 1947. The first toy is a handmade doll.
