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In late November, 1947, Major William Hendricks, founded toys for tots to provide toys for less fortunate children. 72 years later the program continues to spread Christmas cheer for those in need. (U.S. Marine Corps video animation by Cpl. Nathan Hall)

U.S. Marines with Bulk Fuel Company, 9th Engineer Support Battalion (ESB), 3rd Marine Logistics Group (MLG), participate in a festive company hike and toy drop exchange on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 16, 2020. Marines with 9th ESB conducted a community service project and a company hike to increase morale and esprit de corps while giving back to the community. The Marines donated the toys in support of “Omocha for Orphans”, an initiative that provides toys to orphans across Okinawa. 3rd MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Force’s comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alpha Hernandez)

U.S. Marines with the Special Purpose MAGTF - Crisis Response - Central Command donated toys to the Kuwait Association for Care of Children in Hospital.

The 2nd Annual 3rd Intelligence Battalion Toy Drive took place Dec. 10, 2016 at the Kin Town Social Welfare Center, Kin Town, Okinawa, Japan. The Marines sat amongst the children and colored with them, socializing through gestures and smiles. The event welcomed the Single Parent Association of Kin to foster community relations and support children in need during the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Amaia Unanue/Released)