People of all ages gathered earlier this month for a thrilling 'May the 4th Be With You' event, where 13,000 books provided by the Toys for Tots Literacy Program were distributed in Augusta, GA! 🎉

Attendees enjoyed costumes, music, a parade, free books, face painting, raffles,

Youth Ambassador Allison helped host the 14th annual Bull & Oyster Roast for her local Toys for Tots chapter, which was a tremendous success! They also showcased Toys for Tots’ year-round efforts as a force for good. 🙌✨

This #ArmedForcesDay , we thank all who serve our great Nation, with special gratitude toward all the Marines who help us bring our mission to life annually to make a difference in the lives of disadvantaged children.

“I’ve always wanted to have children and wasn’t married or anything. I wanted to help other kids, so I decided to try [fostering]. I tried it out and adopted my daughter. She’s my third [foster child], it’s just her and I.” --Jill, New Jersey foster parent.

Jill became a foster

🎉 Exciting news! Our Youth Ambassadors, Susan and Declan, successfully coordinated an amazing event at a local vocational school.

🏫 The school community was thrilled to welcome Toys for Tots and learn more about our year-round Literacy and Youth Ambassador Programs

Happy Mother’s Day 💖💐

Meet Jenn Neilen, a beacon of hope and kindness in her community. Her late father, a Purple Heart Marine, dedicated his life to service. Now, Jenn is carrying forward his legacy with unwavering commitment.  

  #ToysForTots #LegacyOfService #CommunityHeroes

Meet Jenn Neilen, a beacon of hope and kindness in her community. Her late father, a Purple Heart Marine, dedicated his life to service. Now, Jenn is carrying forward his legacy with unwavering commitment.

#ToysForTots #LegacyOfService #CommunityHeroes

Gunny Bear News Report! To learn more about our Year-Round Force for Good check out our website! Link in Bio.🐻 #GunnyBear #YearRoundForce #GoodNews #NewsReport #CommunityEngagement #SupportLocal

SSgt James Caldwell, former foster child & U.S. Marine, continues his selfless service by volunteering with Toys for Tots every year. For over a decade, he's paid the joy he received from Toys for Tots as a child forward.

#ICYMI , check out his story: youtu.be/D_M5L9-rJuE?si…

By the time it takes you to read this, another child will enter the Foster Care System.

This #NationalFosterCareMonth , give a special gift to alleviate some of the pain and trauma these children are experiencing, to provide comfort that can ground them during this chaotic time.

👨‍👨‍👧‍👦May is more than just spring flowering and sunny days - it’s #NationalFosterCareMonth .

🚂Toys for Tots is committed to providing support to foster children through our Foster Care initiative.

🤝Together, we can make a difference in their lives by providing them with resources

During WWI, German soldiers took to calling U.S. Marines “devil dogs” for their tenacity. The underlying truth remains.

U.S. Marines fight with fierce bravery… and they even inspired a devilish snack cake, which we still enjoy today! #NationalDevilDogDay

Since 1947, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve has supported our Program’s mission of bringing hope and comfort to disadvantaged children across the Nation. 
 
Discover the history that has been changing the trajectory of America’s future, one brightened smile at a time:

Let us place volumes within their grasp and thus propel our Nation's future toward its zenith with the Toys for Tots Literacy Program. Verily, seize this moment! #TalkLikeShakespeareDay

📚toysfortots.org/programs/liter…

🎶 Dive into the magic of giving Toys for Tots theme song!

✨ Let the melody of giving fill your heart and ignite the spirit of generosity. Click the link to listen now and spread our message of bringing joy to children in need everywhere! ➡️🔊

youtu.be/f5A0nD0znsQ

Youth Ambassador Jordan, made an Amazon wish list for book donations for the Toys for Tots Literacy Program.

“I was able to collect 84 books! ” Jordan said.

The first step starts with literacy: ow.ly/nF7E50Rcl7E

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Can you imagine giving a speech in front of 300 people at 9 years old?

Adriana, a spirited Toys for Tots supporter since she was 7, did just that!

Her bravery was tested again when she was diagnosed with cancer as a teen. Adriana was more worried about how her illness would