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Toys For Tots

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Volunteer in Tewksbury for the Holidays

There's no better time to give back to your community than the holiday season.

Volunteering in Tewksbury is a great way to give back to others and spread holiday cheer and warmth in your community. Donating your time or giving a special holiday gift to a family or child in need can make a big impact. There are lots of ways to help make the holidays truly special for those who are less fortunate. You can pack a shoebox for Operation Christmas Child, adopt a family through The Salvation Army or donate to Toys for Tots. Here are a few places that are in need of holiday volunteers in Tewksbury: FOOD BANK The Tewksbury Community Food Pantry always welcomes donations of food and funds, as well as volunteer help. this is especially true around the very busy holiday season. The food pantry serves the needs of more than 200 …

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Toys for Tots 15,000 Toys Short of Goal

You can still donate toys and help make Christmas a bright one for a child in need.

The Boston Globe is reporting that although Boston-area Toys for Tots locations are driving, the organization is still 15,000 toys short of its goal. Toys for Tots, which is run by the Marine Corps, looks to fulfill all the requests it receives by collecting unwrapped toys and delivering them to those in need at places like the Boston Housing Authority, church groups, and other places. More families than usual have asked for help this year, according to the article. Looking to donate? Here are some local places where you can drop off a toy.

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Give Back: Toys for Tots Drop-Off Locations

A map of locations to drop off Toys for Tots donations this holiday season.

The Toys for Tots annual drive is underway and there are several locations close by to drop your toys off. Bring new, unwrapped toys to the drop-off locations.  The age group that is most needed is age 0-2 and 11-14 years-old. For more information on Toys or Tots check their Web site.

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