The 20th Annual Toy Truck benefiting Porter-Leath has spent several weekends providing holiday gifts for children, but it still has one stop to make along the way. After several days each at the Poplar Collection Shopping Center and WMC Action News 5 (with a guest appearance by celebrated former Grizzlies player Zach “Z-Bo” Randolph), the Truck will make its final stop this weekend at IKEA to continue collecting toys for more than 2,500 preschool children.
For 20 years, Toy Truck has doled out presents to children up to the age of five who might not receive another gift for Christmas. Children are able to receive age-appropriate gifts that promote early learning, such as dolls, trucks, and building blocks.
“Every year, generous individuals, groups and businesses support the children of Porter-Leath by filling the truck with new toys,” said Rob Hughes, vice president of development at Porter-Leath. “Their
continued support not only helps Porter-Leath preschoolers learn through play, but also makes Christmas a merrier time for their families.”
The final stop, taking place at IKEA, will be on Saturday, December 18th (10 a.m.-3 p.m.), and Sunday, December 19th (11 a.m.-3 p.m.). Those in the giving spirit can drop off new, unwrapped toys at the Truck, as well as cash, check, or credit card donations. Donations can also be made by texting TOY to 50511. Each one will be matched by a Secret Santa in the community.
