HUNTSVILLE – The Marine Corps Reserve Center and the Semper Fi Riders are hosting a Semper Fi Riders Toys for Tots Motorcycle Parade next month.
The parade is Nov. 2 at 11 a.m. and rolls from the Clayton E. Moneymaker American Legion Post 237 in Huntsville to Redstone Harley Davidson on Alabama Highway 20 in Madison. Registration is 9 a.m. at Post 237 on Drake Avenue. The Madison County Sheriff’s Department will provide an escort for the parade.
Registration is a new unwrapped toy valued at $20. Toys and cash donations will be collected by the Marines at Redstone Harley Davidson after the parade. All proceeds will benefit the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program to support local families.
Participants can enter the “Best Christmas Decorated Motorcycle Contest” for a chance to win a $100 gift card from Redstone Harley Davidson. Music, prizes, and food for purchase (proceeds to Toys for Tots) will be available at Redstone Harley Davidson.
The Huntsville Toys for Tots Campaign supports Madison, Limestone, Marshall and Jackson counties. Registration for support starts Monday and ends this coming Saturday.
Requirements include a government issued ID, Social Security cards for children and registering parent, proof of guardianship, proof of residence, and proof of income. All documents must be originals. Photocopies will not be accepted.
Families requesting support or businesses and individuals wanting to donate a toy can contact Staff Sgt. Timothy McCollum at 256-513-9419 or visit the Huntsville Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Center at 102 Research Blvd. in Madison. Toys are being collected through Dec. 11.
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