The UPS Store Teams Up With Toys for Tots to Showcase the Importance of Childhood Literacy
September 15 2016 - 10:00AM
The right book can open a world of learning, understanding and joy
for a child. Access to books at home improves literacy skills and
makes reading fun. To help fill children’s bookshelves and
imaginations across the country, today, The UPS Store kicks off its
annual fundraising campaign benefiting the Toys for Tots® Literacy
Program at its 4,500 plus locations nationwide.
The Literacy Program, developed by The UPS Store and the Marine
Toys for Tots Foundation in 2008, is starting earlier than previous
years to make this the biggest and best fundraising year to date.
One hundred percent of each dollar donated at The UPS Store®
locations will go to the purchase of books for less fortunate
children in local communities across the United States. Page by
page, shelf by shelf, each dollar and book donated from now through
the holidays helps a child practice and enjoy reading.
“This is our way to give back to our communities through the
promotion of education and literacy,” said Tim Davis, president of
The UPS Store, Inc. “We feel honored to help build a foundation of
reading and learning for our nation’s children, especially those
who may not have access to these opportunities.”
Each locally owned and operated store is an integral part of
nationwide fundraising efforts. Participating The UPS Store
locations accept monetary donations, providing the option to add a
donation to the total purchase at check-out and encourage book
donations to benefit the Toys for Tots Literacy Program. Each store
plays a vital role encouraging customers and employees to join in
on the fun and compete for the most successful store.
“We look forward to this fundraising initiative every year,”
said Larry Adler, franchisee of The UPS Store. “I believe that
reading is key to the success in education and that books are the
best way to reach young people. We all remember the excitement of a
new book from our childhood and want to make sure every child has
that experience. Whether it’s a donation at check-out or people
coming in with their arms full of books, we love how our employees
and customers unite for a meaningful cause.”
On top of raising funds, The UPS Store will bring much-needed
awareness about the importance of literacy by putting the cause on
display in a big way. The UPS Store will conclude the fundraising
effort with a float in the 128th Roses Parade® highlighting the
Toys for Tots Literacy Program. This year the Rose Parade will be
on Jan. 2 and is themed “Echoes of Success”. The UPS Store plans to
showcase the anticipated success of this year’s program by
celebrating all the individuals and communities that make the Toys
for Tots Literacy Program possible. The float, which will be
four-stories high and weigh in at 16 tons, will bring to life the
concept of learning through literacy.
The Toys for Tots Literacy Program offers the nation’s most
economically disadvantaged children direct access to books and
educational resources to enhance children’s ability to read and
communicate effectively. Since the program launched, UPS and The
UPS Store network have raised more than $3.5 million dollars to
purchase books for children in need. As a result, the literacy
program has distributed more than 36.8 million books to children
across the United States.
To find The UPS Store location nearest you or to make a
contribution to support literacy, visit theupsstore.com/roses.
About the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is a not-for-profit
organization authorized by the U.S. Marine Corps to provide
fundraising and other necessary support for the annual U.S. Marine
Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. Now in its 69th year, Toys for
Tots provides joy and a message of hope to less fortunate children
through the gift of a new toy or book during the Christmas holiday
season. For more information, visit www.toysfortots.org
About The UPS Store
With more than 4,500 locations, The UPS Store® network comprises
the nation’s largest franchise system of retail shipping, postal,
print and business service centers. The UPS Store locations in the
U.S. are independently owned and operated by licensed franchisees
of The UPS Store, Inc., a subsidiary of UPS (NYSE: UPS). Services,
pricing and hours of operation may vary by location. For additional
information on The UPS Store, including information on franchise
opportunities for opening a The UPS Store location, visit
www.theupsstore.com. Follow The UPS Store on Twitter at
@TheUPSStore and like The UPS Store on Facebook at
facebook.com/theupsstore. Copyright © 2016 The UPS Store, Inc. All
rights reserved.
About the Pasadena Tournament of Roses®
The Tournament of Roses is a volunteer organization that
annually hosts America’s New Year Celebration® with the Rose
Parade® presented by Honda, the Rose Bowl Game® presented by
Northwestern Mutual and a variety of accompanying events. 935
volunteer members of the association will drive the success of
128th Rose Parade themed “Echoes of Success,” on Monday, January 2,
2017, followed by the 103rd Rose Bowl Game. For more
information, visit www.tournamentofroses.com. Like us on Facebook
and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube and visit our blog
at blog.tournamentofroses.com.
Chelsea Lee
The UPS Store
858-652-0581
chelsealee@upsstore.com
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