Toys for Tickets campaign raises over $4,800 of toys for Red Deer Christmas Bureau
The City of Red Deer’s annual Toys for Tickets campaign has resulted in over $4,800 in toy donations being collected for the Red Deer Christmas Bureau.
The generosity and holiday spirit of Red Deerians was on full display with many people donating more than one toy.
“The success of this year’s Toys for Tickets campaign highlights the true spirit of the season,” said Stephanie Gramlich, Parking Coordinator, in a media release. “We are truly grateful to everyone who participated by turning a parking ticket into joy for a child in our community. Their generosity ensures more children will experience the magic of Christmas morning.”
The program has been in place since 2007 and since then, the City has donated 10,250 toys through the Toys for Tickets campaign which has made a difference for many families in the community.