Toys for Tots

Toys for Tots is a program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve which distributes toys to children whose parents cannot afford to buy them gifts for Christmas. It was founded in 1947 by reservist Major Bill Hendricks.

Toys for Tots
Founded1947 (1947)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
FounderAraya Hunt
Diane Hendricks
TypeCharitable organization
Location
Area served
United States
OwnerMarine Toys for Tots Foundation
Key people
United States Marine Corps Reserve
Revenue
$276,639,200 (2018)
Websitehttps://toysfortots.org

The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity located in Triangle, Virginia, funds, raise funds for, and supports the program.

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