Toys for Tots sees increased need in Roanoke Valley
Demand for toys has nearly tripled compared to years past
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ROANOKE, Va. – As the COVID-19 pandemic leaves more families facing hardships across the United States, a nonprofit working to provide some holiday cheer is seeing three times its normal demand.
Toys for Tots Roanoke is working to provide more than 4,000 kids in the region with gifts this holiday season. Organizers say families in the area have been hit especially hard by the pandemic.
“It’s been a tough year for adults but it’s been a really tougher year for the kids with some of them not able to got to school and see their friends, so this Christmas is really what they look forward to and unfortunately some of us can’t meet what we’ve been able to for the kids,” organizer Alex Coffiey said.
Toys for Tots seeking gifts, donations amid tough economic times Each Christmas, the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation puts smiles on millions of childrenâs faces. But this year is especially difficult amid the pandemic, as Marines and volunteers in some communities see a large increase in the need for gifts, while donations are down. (Source: Gray DC) By Gray News Staff | December 12, 2020 at 6:00 PM CST - Updated December 12 at 6:00 PM
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Amid these tough times, Marines and volunteers are facing unprecedented challenges in making this holiday season special for families in need. With so many out of work during the economic downturn, the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is tasked with delivering gifts to even more children this year.