Toys for Tots Drive at Kalispell Auto Group
For nearly two decades, Kalispell Auto Group has been supporting our local community throughout the Flathead Valley. And as the holiday season approaches, we’re excited to team up with the Marine Toys for Tots Program to bring joy and hope to children in need across our community. Since 1947, Toys for Tots has collected new, unwrapped toys and distributed them to economically disadvantaged children, with the goal of “delivering hope at Christmastime and beyond.”
Why this matters
Giving a new toy doesn’t just put a gift under the tree—it sends a message: You are valued. You matter. That’s at the heart of the program’s mission. Local collection drives last from early October into December, with distributions following shortly after.
How you can help
- Bring a new, unwrapped toy and drop it off at any Kalispell Auto Group dealership location.
- Our toy-drop drive runs now through December 10.
- After December 10, our team will help consolidate the donations so they can be delivered to the local Toys for Tots chapter and be ready for distribution.
- Suggested items: toys for children of all ages—especially older children (ages 10–12) who are often harder to shop for. The national program advises avoiding realistic-looking weapons and used items.
Why partner locally
By acting right here in our community, your donation stays local and helps kids right where we live. Businesses like ours play a key role—providing drop-off boxes, inviting donations, and helping spread awareness.
Tips for donating
- Choose a toy that’s appropriate for any child (if unsure, aim for something versatile).
- Make sure it’s new and unwrapped—that’s a requirement for the campaign.
- Drop it off at any of our dealership locations during business hours; look for the Toys for Tots donation boxes.
- Share the word—encourage friends, family, colleagues to join. The more donations, the bigger the impact.
A quick timeline
- Now through December 10: Donation period open at all Kalispell Auto Group sites.
- Shortly after December 10: Collection completed and donations delivered to the local Toys for Tots campaign for sorting and distribution.
- December (mid-to-late): Toys get distributed to children in need ahead of the holidays.
Final thought
When you drop a box in our toy-drive bin, you’re doing more than giving a gift; you’re giving a moment of joy, a spark of hope, and a reminder to a child that someone in their community cares. Let’s make this year’s campaign one our area will remember.
Thank you for your generosity and for helping us make the holidays brighter for children in our region.
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