Toys for Tots application deadline nears

MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) - The window to apply for Toys for Tots is closing.

The deadline to apply is Friday, Nov. 24.

On Saturday, Dec. 2, in-person verification ends.

After submitting an online application, you must verify in person with your ID and children’s birth certificates.

• Application link: quad-cities.toysfortots.org — Click on “Request a Toy”
• Eligibility: 6 months-12 years old
• Verification office: 1 Montgomery Drive, Moline, IL 61265. Verification is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. until Dec. 2.

Toy distribution:

• Friday, Dec. 8: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
• Saturday, Dec. 9: 8am-4 p.m.
• Saturday Dec. 16: 8am-4 p.m.
• Sunday, Dec. 17: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Donation information:

• Final toy collection: Wednesday, Dec 6:
• Online donation link: http://quad-cities.toysfortots.org/ — Click on “Donate Online”
• List of Toy Drop Boxes: http://quad-cities.toysfortots.org/ — Click on “Donate a Toy”
• Make checks out to “Toys for Tots” and send to: Toys for Tots Coordinator, 218 Rodman Ave., Rock Island, IL 61299
• Drop off cash or checks at our many events.
• Local Events: quad-cities.toysfortots.org Click on “About Us”; “Local Events”

Officials say this is the 76th year of the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program.

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