Teaming up to participate Toys for Tots

The Bartlett Fire District and Auto Truck Group announced today that they will again be teaming up to participate in the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. Both the Bartlett Fire District and Auto Truck Group are proud to be associated with the Marine Corps Toys for Tots as official drop off and collections points.

"Any event that helps the community we have a definite interest in and Toys for Tots makes a big impact on the local community; we are proud to be associated with Auto Truck Group and the Toys for Tots Program sponsored by the Marine Corp" stated Battalion Chief Ralph DeFreece.

Over the past 10 years, Marines have distributed an average of 15,000,000 toys annually, and brought the joy of Christmas to an average of 6,100,000 needy children each year. While the Marines coordinate and manage the program, the success depends on the support of the local community, local business leaders, and the generosity of the people that donate.

If you would like to bring hope to a needy child, it's easy! Simply donate any new unwrapped toy - large or small (please - no stuffed animals or toy weapons) and bring it to one of the following locations through Friday, Dec. 11:

• Auto Truck Group, 1420 Brewster Creek Blvd., Bartlett. Between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday -Friday

• Bartlett Fire Station # 1, 234 North Oak Ave., Bartlett. Between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., seven days per week

• Bartlett Fire Station # 2, 501 Struckman Blvd., Bartlett Between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., seven days per week

• Bartlett Fire Station # 3, 1575 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., seven days per week

Support Toys for Tots in your community! Help make a difference for an underprivileged child this holiday season.