Toy Run 2008

On Sunday, September 21, the Vancouver Island Mustang Association and the Canadian Classic Chevelles & Beaumonts held its annual Toy Run to benefit The Salvation Army’s Christmas toy drive. Members of the Vancouver Island Mustang Association cruised their vehicles around Victoria, ending up at Beaver Lake Park.

There they showcased over 70 extraordinary vehicles, from classic cars of the 1950’s to modern vehicles of 2008. The car owners were met by The Salvation Army Community & Family Services staff that served hot dogs, pop and coffee. All participants brought toys to be distributed by The Salvation Army during their Christmas campaign. Click here to see photos from the event.

Approximately $5000 worth of toys was received, along with cash donations. In 2007, The Salvation Army gave out more than 6000 new toys to children in the Greater Victoria area. This was possible thanks to generous organizations like the Vancouver Island Mustang Association.

Toy Run 2008

The Salvation Army is very busy during the Christmas season as we bring help and hope to those who need it most. An integral part of our Christmas program is our Toy Shop, where parents are given the opportunity to choose new toys to give to their children at Christmas. Families qualifying for Christmas assistance come to us through the Greater Victoria Christmas Bureau.

The Salvation Army benefits greatly from the donations and partnership of the many community organizations that support us with toy & food drives. If you or your organization are interested in doing a toy drive or food drive for The Salvation Army this Christmas, please contact us.