| THE COLONY NEWS | DECEMBER 2025 | 11
The Colony Elf is excited to see the Toys for Tots box being
filled with your gifts for Southwest Riverside County's needy
children. A Toys for Tots box is available for your convenience in
the Clubhouse Lobby and will remain there until Wednesday, Dec.
10. Because the toy distribution begins in early December and
continues until Christmas, we must adhere to the dates requested
of us. We are halfway to our collection date, so you still have time
to help fill the box. Let's make this holiday special for as many
kids as we can!
The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is an IRS-RECOGNIZED
501 (c) (3) not-for-profit public charity. Southwest Riverside
County Marine Corps League and the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve
appreciate your gifts of unwrapped toys for children of all ages.
In the past, this effort has not only provided some joy during the
holidays, but also sends a message of hope, which can motivate
children to grow into responsible, productive, patriotic citizens
and community leaders.
Last year, through the generosity of The Colony residents, we
collected over 500 toys, and this year we would like to surpass
that number. Thank you from the kids! Have a happy and Merry
Christmas holiday.
Toys for Tots By Rita Nastri
