Toys for Tots 2020 holiday campaign

 

October 1, 2020 marked the official kick-off for the Toys for Tots 2020 holiday campaign running through Christmas.  U.S. Marines and 35,000+ volunteers will be conducting 810 local toy collection and distribution campaigns in all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands.

Find a local TFT campaign near you by visiting our website at www.toysfortots.org

There is an estimated 15 million children living in poverty.  The mission of Marine Toys for Tots is to bring the joy of Christmas to less fortunate children with the goal of delivering a message of hope that will inspire youngsters to grow into responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.  The objectives include having a positive impact on the development of children, creating or restoring self-esteem, and bringing all elements of communities together in a common cause for three months each year.

Food Trucks for Tots this Saturday

On Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 11:00am-5:00pm, Dallas and Fort Worth food trucks are gathering at The Shops at Park Lane, 8080 Park Lane, Dallas, Texas 75231 for a toy drive for the Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter of Toys for Tots. Over 10 United States Marines will be on hand to take toy donations and guests are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy for a needy child. Pictures with Santa will be available in addition to live music, bounce houses, and vendors for holiday shopping.

In partnership with local schools including Naaman Forest, students will be encouraged to collect toys and bring them to the event with their family. With 15 confirmed food trucks will be on-site including Rock And Roll Tacos, Easy Slider Truck, Doughboys Pizza, Parrot Ice, Ruthie’s Rolling Café, Cup Cakin, Mo’ Joe a Go-Go Coffee Truck and more.

Guests are encouraged to ride the DART Rail to the Park Lane Station. DFW FOOD TRUCK GROUP, The Shops at Park Lane, Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Durty Laundry and other local sponsors bring this event to you.

ESPN Dallas Snow Day

Tuesday, December 13th
9:00am - 11:00pm
House of Blues

Join ESPN Dallas and some of their celebrity friends as they celebrate the holidays and help provide new toys to less-fortunate children. Admission is a new unwrapped toy or a cash donation to Toys for Tots. All ages are welcome!

Emi Jay

The other day I was doing some shopping and came across these adorable hair products created by Emi-Jay. Instantly I thought they were very cute and would be a great gift and the perfect hair accessory. What really sold me was how philanthropic this company is!

Started by two fashion-savvy teenagers, their products have taken off! A portion of each proceed is donated to such charities as: Operation Smile, Locks of Love, Toys for Tots, Project Knapsack and many more. What started as something fun for these teen entrepreneurs has become a hit throughout the country and helps so many wonderful organizations. Go ahead and buy away, you won't be able to resist! You may purchase them online or through some of our great local stores here in Dallas like Learning Express in Snider Plaza, Beyond Pilates, Kid Biz and others. CLICK HERE to find more local venues and have fun with your Emi-Jay products!

Dickens of a Christmas

Friday, November 26, 2010: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 27, 2010: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday, November 28, 2010: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Downtown McKinney’s premier festival, the 30th Annual Dickens of a Christmas, is the perfect start to the holiday season! This magical event is free to the public, and free shuttle service will be provided. Click here for the entertainment schedule.

Santa will be located in The Gallery of the McKinney Performing Arts Center. Entertainment Photos will be offering photo packages if you choose to purchase; however, visits with Santa are free to the public. The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Friday, November 26 at 6:15 p.m. in Mitchell Park, located one block west of the square. Don't miss a special message from Mayor Brian Loughmiller, then follow Santa back to the square to enjoy the spirit of the season.

Take a horse drawn carriage ride through the Historic District. Free carriage rides will be offered at the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts, just two blocks off the square.

McKinney Repertory Theatre presents "A Christmas Carol"
Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m.

Lone Star Wine Cellars will be collecting toys for the local Toys for Tots campaign. Infinity Art Academy will host an array of events - Mrs. Claus "Story Time on the Hour," Puppet Theatre, and an Art Table to make your own Christmas Candy Paintings. Other activities include a bounce house, giant tic-tac-toe and hopscotch games, and "A Christmas Story" playing outdoors on Saturday at 5pm.

The Pantry Restaurant will collect canned food for the Collin County Food Pantry. You should also check out the Christmas photos and painting with Sip-N-Doodle, along with face painting, sand art, caricature drawings, pony rides, petting zoo and live reindeer. Freedom Church will be taking blanket donations for The Samaritan Inn. Don’t forget about the popular 30-horse Dickens Carousel will be located on Tennessee Proper, and see the live nativity at the corner of Louisiana and Church Streets.