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Released 26 November 2008
Thousands of children in McLennan County will not experience the joy and excitement that Christmas brings this year for many different reasons, however, through the Marines Toys for Tots Foundation; you can make a child's wish become reality.
The Salvation Army of Waco will conduct its last week of Marines Corps Toy for Tots Registration on December 1-5. Registration will be at The Salvation Army of Waco located at 1225 S. Jack Kultgen Expressway from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Applicants should bring a Valid Driver's License or other government issued photo I.D, Birth Certificate of each child, and proof of residence (utility bill) at the time of registration.
"We do our best to help as many people we can in need immediate assistance,'' said Rosa Burks, Director of Social Services for The Salvation Army. ''We really want the public to know that (The Salvation Army) is a free service, not just for the holidays, but all year round."
This free assistance program is provided to low income individuals who are registered for Toys for Tots through The Salvation Army. Parents can receive their toys at scheduled appointment times during the days of December 18, 19, 20 and 21 at the Toy Warehouse located at 800 Schroeder (by the Room Store) off Franklin Drive.
This program involves the entire community by directly allowing them to become personally involved through sharing with those less fortunate in their community, by providing gifts of new toys to thousands of children throughout the community who otherwise might not have anything for Christmas.
"It's so exciting to see the looks on the parent's faces as they are able to fulfill their children's Christmas dreams, said Captain Tracey Czajkowksi, Commanding Officer. "This is made possible by the generosity of the people of the McLennan County."
Last year, 77,318 toys were provided to local children during the Marines Toys for Tots Foundation.
During, the 2007 Kettle Campaign, The Salvation Army was able to help thousands of local families, children and shut-ins experience a joyous holiday season. They distributed 4,210 gifts to local nursing homes, hospitals, and veterans, provided over 800 meals on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day and helped 9,872 individuals in the month of December through the Social Service Program.
For more information about The Salvation Army holiday programs, to donate or volunteer, please contact the local Salvation Army in Waco at 254-756-7271, or stop by and see us at 1225 S. Jack Kultgen Expressway.