At Lou Bachrodt BMW, we are proud to be part of a community that comes together to make a difference. The 27th annual 12 Hours of Salvation Toy Drive was a heartwarming reminder of the power of generosity and unity.
Thanks to your incredible support, this event was a tremendous success in bringing holiday joy to countless children and families in need.
A Day of Giving and Celebration
For 12 hours, our community rallied together in the true spirit of the season by donating toys, spreading smiles and holiday cheer to children who need it most.
Here are some of the highlights:
- 🎁 Overflowing Donations: The outpouring of gifts ranging from bicycles and board games to plush toys and puzzles was overwhelming!
- 🎅 Festive Atmosphere: The day was made extra special with a visit from Santa and cheerful volunteers! We had the honor of live holiday music from Jodi Beach & Jim McDowell, Jerry and Charmel Jacobs, and the Rockford Temple Salvation Army Band.
- ❤️ Community Spirit: Your contributions made this day unforgettable! Thank you to all who donated a toy, volunteered your time, or helped spread the word.
A Milestone Worth Celebrating
We reached a significant milestone this year by collecting our 200,000th toy! This year’s toy drive brought in over 7,000 toys and raised nearly $11,000! This is an incredible achievement that ensures thousands of children will experience the magic of the holidays.
Special Thanks to Our Partners
We want to share our heartfelt gratitude to our broadcast partners WREX, Q 98.5, 97 ZOK, and 96.7 the Eagle and to all the many local businesses who made this event possible:
- SolidLine Media
- Chicago Independent Auction
- BMO Wealth Management
- Saavedra Group Architects
- Scandroli Construction
- Ally Banking
- Slidematic
- Dickerson Nieman Realtors
- New Leaf Remodeling
- Todd Transit
- Kenco
- Sherwin-Williams Powder Coatings
- The Pension Specialists, LTD
- Northern Illinois Food Bank
- Cherry Valley Fire Department
- Gerry’s Pizza
- Machine Shed Restaurant
Your dedication to making our community a better place is truly inspiring.
Thank You for Making a Difference
On behalf of the entire team at Lou Bachrodt BMW, thank you for supporting the 12 Hours of Salvation Toy Drive. Together, we’ve made the holidays brighter for so many children, proving that when we come together, we can create something truly magical.
Here’s to spreading even more joy in the future! Happy Holidays from all of us at Lou Bachrodt BMW!
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