Our Chadd & Kristi Toys For Tots Toy Drive has been a tradition since 2001, when we come together as a community to make smiles brighter on Christmas Day for families in need.

This isn’t just about getting toys–it’s about letting families know that when they’re having hard times, their community is behind them and there to lend a helping hand.

Teaming up with the Marines for this annual event has been such a blessing for Chadd & me.

We have made new friends–and watched as their kids grew up every year they’d visit with us to donate toys.

We have seen the kind side of people, who give generously–which could be hundreds of dollars or their allowance money.

We have also seen the Christmas spirit take over people, who have invited us to go into the store and shop with them to pick out gifts for families.

Thank you Tampa Bay for making this such a special annual tradition!