For the 13th consecutive year, Toys for Tots Vallarta will hand out toys to underprivileged kids on Three Kings Day.
In previous years over 100,000 toys have been distributed to kids in outlying villages who otherwise might not have received any gifts during the Christmas season. The presents can generate a greater sense of inclusion and belief in these children.
Two major fundraisers were held last weekend, generating enough money to purchase at least 7,000 toys. A charity golf scramble on Saturday attracted 75 participants at the Vista Vallarta Golf Club, and on Sunday a gala dinner/dance at the Marriott CasaMagna Resort and Spa was enjoyed by 180 proud supporters of the program.Both Vista Vallarta and the Marriott paid 100 percent of the costs for these events, meaning every peso raised went to the purchase of toys. Adding to the total were generous cash and in-kind contributions from Coldwell Banker, La Costa Realty, OXXO, Punta Mita Foundation, and Cashola ATM, and smaller contributions from nearly 100 small businesses throughout Banderas Bay.
The Toys for Tots program in Puerto Vallarta is operated by the local Navy League Council, under the leadership of President Bill Clark. They will distribute the toys on Monday, January 7, the day after Three Kings Day and the first day back to school from the holiday break.
About 20 caravans of volunteers will meet in the parking lot of the Marriott Resort in the Marina, before fanning out across Banderas Bay – from Nayarit to Cabo Corrientes. If you would like to participate in this fun and fulfilling adventure, contact Bill Clark at (322) 222-3616 or simply show up at the Marriott by 8 a.m. for assignment to one of the caravans.
The Puerto Vallarta Navy League Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the Sea Services of the U.S. and Mexico, while serving the people of Puerto Vallarta. It meets the first Tuesday of every month at the Marriott Hotel in the Marina. Those interested are invited to stop by or call Bill Clark at (322) 222-3616 for more information.