Dear Delaware Valley ABATE,
Once again you have managed to bring the toy run “FOR THE KIDS” to a successful close. Congratulations to all who contributed!
This event requires a tremendous amount of hard work to put together and the chapter members, who selflessly volunteered their time and efforts, were able to bring this event to life. Everyone involved should be very proud.
KUDOS

Delaware Valley ABATE 25th Annual Toy Run

November 6th 2005

 

What could be more appropriate than sunny skies, near record temperatures of 74 degrees, and the camaraderie of about 100,000 motorcyclists, for our 25th Silver Anniversary Toy Run.

 

Yes! According to the Phila. Police and the local news media, there were 100,000 motorcyclists carrying over 100,000 toys to the Kids at Children’s Hospital of Phila.

 

 After leading the ride for 7 years, as the Road Captain of the Toy Run, I decided to abstain from last years run. But I was persuaded to return this year to coordinate the Road Guards for the 25th.  It really didn’t take much persuasion.

All Shawn and Nick had to do was ask me, once.                                                                           

It is a genuine pleasure working with this dedicated group of people who, for the most part, have no formal training in organizing, crowd control, security, public relations or any of the other vital requirements to manage an event of this magnitude. But what they have in desire, dedication, and the love of both motorcycles and most importantly, the love of children, is unmatched. They also have the intangible asset of 5, 10, 15, 20, and even 25 years of experience of conducting a massive under taking, such as this Toy Run.

 

This is quite an event. It’s a bike show rivaling that of Daytona or Sturgis. It’s a brotherhood of bikers from all over the Tri-State. It’s a show of unity and heart. It’s what the organizers, in 1980 envisioned, but could never believe would grow this large,

 

This truly is a “Labor of Love”. How else do you explain the members of the Toy Run Team, arriving at the start point, on Columbus ave, by 6 AM, some even sleeping in trailers the night before, to begin the set-up needed to insure the safety of the riders. Not to mention the countless weeks of preparation throughout the year.

 

From it’s humble beginnings in 1980, when 50 riders, led by Mike Horton and Denny Waldman, to essentially educate the public that motorcyclists are good people, to yesterday’s huge mass of 100,000, overcoming yearly obstacles and challenges, the focus has always been to do what’s best “For The kids”.

 

That was accomplished as we approached the Hospital, yesterday and could see the smiling faces of the children, waving to us from their Hospital room windows. You know that we have done “good” when you see the children gathered in the Hospital Atrium to  greet and thank Santa Claus, the Phillie Phanatic and 1,000’s of bikers, bringing toys for these unfortunate children.

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You know we have touched the hearts of many as Steve Altschuler, CEO of CHOP, Tex Cobb and his wife Janet, Bob Kelly (ex-Phila Flyer) and others, thanked and shook the hand of each and every biker as they entered the Hospital, many of them choked up and teary eyed. Our esteemed Governor, Ed Rendell, stood on Columbus Boulevard, waving, until the last  biker headed to Children’s Hospital, nearly two hours after the start.

 

I asked my 5-year old son, Zachary, riding as a passenger in his first Toy Run, what he most liked about the Parade. Aside from the mass of motorcycles, Santa Claus, and the Phanatic, he simply said, “I liked that were helping the sick kids”.

 

That says it all! I guess I’ll be back next year, the first of the next 25. All the committee need to do is ask me. Because none of us could deny the benefit to bikers and most importantly, the benefit “FOR THE KIDS”.

 

Thanks to all of the volunteers: Road Guards, Security, Products Table and Parking Guards. Thanks to our Sponsors and Children’s Hospital. And most importantly, thanks to you 100,000 bikers.

 

“Rodeo” Bob Manlin

 

Compassion & Commitment...

      . . . are the words and principles behind the organizers of this charitable event which has been held annually since 1980.  Toys for Tots’ committee members from the Delaware Valley Chapter of A.B.A.T.E. of  Pennsylvania begin planning in February for this LARGEST MOTORCYCLE PARADE IN THE WORLD which brings gifts and goodwill to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and its affiliates.  Their goal - cheering up sick youngsters.

Most of our children are physically healthy and able to enjoy and participate in many activities like sporting and cultural events, parties and family gatherings.  Now imagine how different those experiences might be if your child, or a child close to you, were challenged with a serious illness... a child confined to a hospital bed or slowed by crutches or a wheelchair... a child separated from friends and family... a child who spends lonely nights with little to hope for.  “Our goal is to provide a vital outlet for children suffering with pain and depression associated with the stress and isolation of critically serious illnesses,” said Domenick Sciole, Chairman of the Toys for Tots Committee.  The event is “FOR THE KIDS” - a phrase coined by Dom and known by most to signify this Christmas program which takes the form of a motorcycle cruise through the city of Philadelphia.

Toys for Tots’ participants made their first run on December 13, 1980 from a parking lot at Broad Street and Cheltanham Avenue.  Approximately 50 motorcycles tooled city streets following the lead of Mike Horton and Denny Waldman, the chapter’s president and treasurer, respectively, who conceived the idea to dispel the bikers’ “bad guy” image.  

Since that first run, the charitable endeavors of this premier program have grown in gargantuan proportions.  The joy of Christmas is now brought to these children and their families through a showing of over 62,000 motorcycles and with the number of donated toys exceeding 100,000 in count!

Through the years, as notoriety of this successful toy collection has expanded, so has the wealth of support.  Celebrities such as the Honorable Seamus P. McCaffery, the Mayor of Philadelphia, State Representative Teresa Forcier, the Philly Phanatic, Santa Claus, recording artist Meatloaf, and actor Randall “Tex” Cobb, have given their time and talent to endorse our event.  The number of sponsors has increased while their promotional initiatives and generous contributions continue to play important roles in our campaigning efforts.  And “bikers” now hail from all states of the Mid-Atlantic Region.  They arrive riding solo, in groups of 5 to 50, and in masses as large as 150!  They arrive riding personalized machines of every make and model, sporting leathers, displaying tattoos, looking burley and bad, all of which belie the caring, compassionate, and kind individuals they are. 

But despite the change in size and recognition, one thing has remained constant through the years:  to bring the joy of Christmas to the children and a smile to their faces.  “If we can help take a kid’s attention away from his illness or pain for even five minutes, then we’ve accomplished something,” said Santa Claus, also known as Tony Graessle of Southwest Philadelphia.  After all, it’s “FOR THE KIDS!”

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America's Largest Rolling Toy Run

 

23rd Annual Toy Run " For The Kids "

Sunday, November 2, 2003

 

           It was an historic event. The first Toy Run that we could ride in, legally without a helmet. And what a day, sunny with temperatures into the 70’s, this one would break all records. And it did! The Police and Hospital estimated over 90,000  participates bringing over 415 bins of  toys “FOR THE KIDS”

Maybe they arrived because of the warm weather, and maybe it was the thought that this may be the last great weekend to ride, before winter, or maybe they just wanted to be at a great Delaware Valley tradition that benefits the children at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia , CHOP.

Or could it be a thank you to A.B.A.T.E. of PA. for sprearheading and accomplishing the repeal of the mandatory helmet law, this past July. Whatever the reason bikers started arriving early and often, some in small groups, large groups or solo. Many were attending for the first time.

As most of you know, for the eight years that Ed Rendell was Mayor of Philadelphia, he not only attended the run, he was a vocal and tireless supporter of our efforts to bring a little joy and hope to some very sick kids. He often said that he considered our Toy Run “the Official Start of the Holiday Season”.

 And in getting to know the bikers, during those eight years, he began to realize that we were just like regular citizens, wanting to give some kindness to people in need.  He saw us in exactly the way we were trying to re-educate the public concept of bikers.  And we were there for him in his successful run for Governor.

Not to take anything away from the tireless efforts of Charlie Umbenhauer and his people in Harrisburg, but without the personal contacts that our new Governor had with Delaware Valley A.B.A.T.E., it is doubtful that the new Helmet Bill would have passed into law.

It seems only fitting that the start of  this year’s run, that played such a very huge role in getting the mandatory helmet law repealed, would be delayed slightly, so the man who signed it, the Honorable Ed Rendell, Governor of Pa., could be there.

Each year we have had to deal with various unforeseen problems. This year was no exception. With serious parking obstacles at the Hospital. But our people were up to the task. We were able to get all of the bikers to the parking areas and into the Hospital were the kids were waiting, in just under two hours.

Thanks to our perennial Grand Marshall, Judge Seamus McCaffery, TV Star Tex Cobb, DJ Pierre Robert And Vinnie the “Crumb”of Radio Station WMMR, for their support. Thanks also to the staff of CHOP for their co-operation.  And the Philadelphia Police and Pa State Police, for their help.

            Special thanks to of our Road Guards from Tri-State HOG, Messengers M/C Club, Chrome Riders, First State HOG, American Gold Wing, Women of the Wind. Security help from Bikers for Christ and Sons of God, without them none of this would have been possible.

In addition, I want to thank the members of Delaware Valley A.B.A.T.E., including Mark, Sean, Dean, Darren, Rob, Mickey, Judy, Rusty, Carol, George, Sandy, Donna, Ed, Tony, Lou, Dave, and Jim (Santa) to name just a few, for their outstanding efforts, all year, in preparing and executing this event. Thanks also to Chapter 62, Philadelphia A.B.A.T.E. for all of their help.

And last, but surely not least, a very special thanks to Domenick Sciole, past Chairman of the Toy Run, whose incredible energy, determination and leadership the past 8 years, has made this event the remarkable success it has become.

Because no matter what the odds, we have always been driven by our desire to be seen by the community as people who care. But more importantly to never lose the focus of our ultimate objective. And that is to assemble as many bikers as possible, carrying toys through the streets of Philadelphia, escorting Santa Claus to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

Remembering always that this event is  “FOR THE KIDS”.     ....  “Rodeo” Bob Manlin

From: hdcowboy@cvn.net

CC: The country's largest toy run, which claims to generate participation by tens of thousands of riders who donate literally tons of toys each year for sick and under-privileged children, was recently threatened with legal action over its name.

There is a phenomenon in the advertising world most marketing professionals can only dream about.  It occurs when a product's name becomes so well known and accepted by consumers that it becomes the generic reference for all similar and subsequent products of the same type.

A perfect example is Kleenex. Regardless of who may be the actual manufacturer of a box "facial tissues", most people refer to their paper snot rags as Kleenex.

When was the last time you put on a pair of "dungarees?"  Regardless of whether they're made by Lee, Dickies, Wrangler, Calvin Kline or some other company, chances are in the minds of most consumers that denim britches are still "Levis."

Having a brand name turn generic is the ultimate compliment to a marketing program and that's why lawyers from Kimberly-Clark or Levi-Strauss don't swoop down on people for referring to a box of Puffs or a pair of Wranglers by commonly accepted terminology.

But when a "brand" name is owned by an arm of the government, you had better damn well get your reference straight or they'll send in the marines.  In this case, that's exactly what happened.

"Toys For Tots" has become a generic term over the years.  It has been used by any number of organizations to describe their annual collections for under-privileged children.  There is no attempt on the part of these groups to defraud anyone.  In every case we're aware of, the collection events have been labeled with the sponsoring organization's name right up in front of the generically used "Toys For Tots" slogan.  And there are a lot of them all over the country run by motorcycle groups whose heart-felt charitable endeavors collect millions of dollars worth of toys for kids who would otherwise see Christmas come and go as just another day in their unfortunate lives.

But what if your group is run by intelligent, dedicated organizers with their own flair for marketing and promotion?  What happens when your product outshines the original and becomes number one?

In the case of "Toys For Tots", you can expect a call from the U.S. Marine Corps ordering you to cease and desist or face the consequences of a legal battle.

After 20 years of calling its annual event "Toys For Tots", the Delaware Valley Chapter of ABATE of Pennsylvania was given an ultimatum by the U.S. Marine Corps office at Quantico.  Referring to a 1948 copyright, the marines fired a legal volley at the country's most successful toy collection effort and threatened to sue if the name wasn't changed immediately.

The jar heads aren't concerned with the RESULTS of the event or the benefits to the community.  They're worried about protecting a name that no one other than an anal retentive arm of the government could give a shit about.  The situation might make sense if ABATE was manufacturing dungarees and marketing them as Levis.  But in this case, there are no sales or profits to protect.  The marines could only benefit if the general public was somehow confused (which, as far as we know, was not the case) and thought they were involved in the ABATE event.

However, the protection of jobs is apparently the motive for launching the attack.  From what we gather, the Marine Corps "Toys For Tots" program is run by a staff of retired military personnel and the actual collection work is done by reserve units.  If so, all of these adminstrative people are on the payroll.  So in order to protect their status as double-dippers (government pension plus government salary), the administrators cannot afford to let other groups do a better job of community service.

Unfortunately, because of copyright law, any defense against a Marine Corps lawsuit would be a costly, losing battle.  And unlike the government salaried administrators of "Toys For Tots" who possess unlimited taxpayer funded legal resources, volunteers and their charitable organizations cannot afford to go to court.

Fortunately, the event is so well known and supported that a name change won't affect the outcome of DelVal's heroic efforts to keep a merry Christmas in the lives of thousands of kids in the Philadelphia area.

So if your group has unwittingly violated the Marine Corps' copyright while helping the less fortunate kids in your area, we suggest you choose another name for the event to avoid a call from Quantico.  In fact, if your event is successful enough to garner any recognition from the media, we suggest you make a point of noting that the marines had absolutely nothing to do with it.  They don't deserve the recognition, falsely perceived or otherwise.

Remember, it's for the kids and only for the kids.

 

 

 

Tony Searlers Toy Run Story - Page 2

 

 

 

America's Largest Rolling Toy Run

2002 Flyer - Thank You For Being There

22nd Annual Toy Run " For The Kids "

Sunday, November 3, 2002

            By “Rodeo Bob” Manlin

It started out as if it would be a cold one. With temperatures in the low 30’s my 10 mile ride to the Parade starting point, on Delaware Ave in Phila, was a teeth chattering event. I was wishing that I have replaced the windshield I had removed to wash the bike the day before.

But it was dry, and as I approached the river, at 6AM, I could see the bright red sunrise on the horizon. Things were looking up. The vendors were already setting up and our Toy Run Committee was in high gear preparing for the day. This event has become a labor of love for many of the Chapter members, working long and hard hours to prepare this event, " FOR THE KIDS ".                                                                                                                  

            As always Domenick Sciole was again instrumental in bringing it all together as the Toy Run Chairperson and Mark Schultz, the Chapter Coordinator, was tireless in organizing the Run. Let me also mention Ed, George, Mickey and Judy, Carol, Rusty, Darren, Bob, Ted, Lou, Chaz and of course our own Santa, Tony, and many other members who were at the starting point at 6AM that cold morning. Let me not forget to also thank Rich Beth and his members from the Phila Chapter 62, for their help.

            For my part, being the Road Captain, I have been fortunate to have the support of some very fine, experienced and dedicated groups, for my road guards. The Woman of the Wind of New Jersey, First State HOG Club of Delaware, The American Gold Wing Club, The Messengers Motorcycle Club from Phila, and the Tri-State HOG Club from Media Pa. In addition Bikers For Christ (BFC), and the Chrome Riders from NJ, were all instrumental in making the parking and the Parade route safe. I can never thank these people enough.

            This would be my 10th Toy Run, the last 6 as Road Captain. And it would be my 2-year old son Zachary’s first. He would ride in a Trike with my wife, Bo. And did he have fun, although I could not see him from my position in the Parade, I was told he smiled and waved at everyone throughout the Run. He would later upstage even Mark, (this is no easy task), at the awards ceremony at the Hospital.

             As in the past, we were faced with additional obstacles, this time at Children’s Hospital of Phila. (CHOP). The construction there eliminated almost all of the street parking. But our people were industrious enough to get permission to use the new parking garage that was not yet open to the public.                                                                                      
             With all of our experienced and dedicated people, the run went as smooth as always. With allot of bikers and allot of toys, we were greeted at CHOP by the smiling faces of children. These are kids who are gravelly ill, and whose brief happiness is the reason we all do this event. To help make their holiday season the best it can be. We do it " FOR THE KIDS "                                                                                      

             We brave the elements, the obstacles, the objections of some, to put smiles on the faces of these children. And we will be continuing in the future to put smiles on the faces of the kids at CHOP and other area Hospitals and shelters, as long as we care about the quality of their lives. We will ride together each year as long as we can remember that this is " FOR THE KIDS ". And nothing should dissuade us from completing our mission. We ride to show the community and the world that Bikers are not just big people, but people with big hearts. And we will not let any obstacle impede our goal. This always was and always will be " FOR THE KIDS ".                                                                                                                                                                                

There Are No Words Other To Say " Thank You "

****** Toy Run Committee ******

Grand Marshall The Honorable Seamus McCaffery
Chapter Coorindator Mark Schultz
Public Relations Ron & Jill Siliani
Treasurer Ed Pusey
Security Directors Tony Graessle
Rusty Gipe – Products Table
Chaz McCabe - Hospital
Parking Directors Ted Carobine
Haus  BFC – Hospital
Dean Keyes – VIP
George Brown – Main Area
Road Guard Director Bob Manlin
Product Directors Lou Imperatrice
Mickey & Judy Green
Membership Directors Dee Bellano & Robin King
Vendor Director Carol Quigley

Sponsors

94 WYSP Mills Harley Davidson
Pennock Company Hannum’s Harley Davidson
Vector Marketing Brain’s Harley Davidson
Keystone Digital Imaging Mike's Famous Harley Davidson
The Auto Doc Riverside Cycles
Marsh, USA Inc. PGA Penn Graphic Assoc.
Vince’s Auto Repair Tommy’s Towing
Action Screen Printing Keyes Towing
Pace – Local 2-1 James J. Bivens & Sons

  Road Guards / Parking

B F C Messengers
Tri State HOG Women In The Wind
First State HOG American Goldwing
B.A.C.- U.P. Chrome Riders

 Special Participants

Honorable Seamus McCaffery Philadelphia Police – Traffic Division
Nu Car Connection Res Q Stat
The Honorable Ed Rendell Unique Video
Randall “ Tex “ Cobb Phillies – Phanatic
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia - Staff A.B.A.T.E. of PA

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Members of the Delaware Valley Chapter

Thank You!

21st Annual Toy Run " For The Kids "

 Sunday, November 4, 2001

Because of you...time after time

Because it's people like you that participate

 this day is so special to hospitalized children 
that now will have the opportunity to share in the holiday spirit.

 

 Sunday, November 4, 2001 the 
  Annual Toy Run " For The Kids " Parade for the benefit of
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia occurred once again.

The Honorable Seamus McCaffery, 
House Representative Teresa Forcier
 and Santa Claus were
Grand Marshalls for this event, along with 
Santa's helpers Randall " Tex " Cobb and the Phillie Phanatic.

The Toy Run Committee and the members of the Delaware Valley Chapter of 
A.B.A.T.E.  of PA
Thank you for your efforts and support in making the 
21st Annual Delaware Valley A.B.A.T.E.  Toy Run “ For The Kids “ Parade the most successful ever.

We know for a fact that 300 bins were filled with toys.

 We know for a fact that is 35 more then last year.

Motorcyclists, representing clubs, organizations and independent local bikers united together with others from up and down the East Coast, also in attendance were A.B.A.T.E. of Canada’s President and a few of its members to participate in this labor of love.

We sincerely hope you, and your family will enjoy a happy holiday season, with the knowledge you have already participated in making it brighter for the brave patients fighting for their health.  You should take pride in knowing that your efforts alleviated some of the pain they endure on a daily basis.

Sincere best wishes for health and happiness in the New Year. 


Thank You Again !

TOY RUN DAY  

By: Robert “Rodeo” Manlin
       Toy Run Road Captain  

 

It was a glorious morning of what would prove to be a glorious day.  As I rode towards downtown Philadelphia at 6 am I was struck by the fact that the weather would not, this year, be a deterrent to bikers riding in the 21st Annual Delaware Valley A.B.A.T.E. Toy Run “ For The Kids “. This would also be the first run with our new name.

I decided to alter my usual route to the starting point of Delaware Avenue and took the West River Drive. What a morning, not a single car in either direction for the five mile stretch along the Schuykill River.  And the spectacular view of the bright orange sunrise, as I approached the hill near the Ben Franklin Bridge, was awesome.  

At 6:15 am there was already tremendous activity at the starting point with many bikers and volunteers preparing for the day. A day that would prove to be spectacular, in every way. Yes! On this day we would all be blessed with the best weather in the nine years I have ridden in this event. The last five as the Road Captain.  

I could not help remembering just a few months ago, Domenick Sciole, the Toy Run’s Chairperson, calling me to ask me to again lead the ride. I had decided that the 2000 run would be my last as Road Captain, and did not run for re-election as Road Captain of the chapter. On June 27th, 2000, my wife Pam and I were blessed with the birth of our son Zachary.  And needless to say, I had taken on some new and time-consuming responsibilities.                                                                                                                                                                                                

Someone once called the experience of birth a “Blessed Event” and maybe you don’t really appreciate the term blessed until you experience the heart-breaking plight of some of the kids at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. You realize that you are truly blessed with the birth a healthy child.                                                                                          

No way could I refuse Dom’s request.  So here I was, at what would be the largest gathering of bikes that I had ever seen. And the biggest of all of the previous 20 Toy Runs To be part of such a wonderful event with people who are truly committed and caring, and are concerned only “For The Kids” is truly a blessed experience.

What is better than being able to put a smile on a child’s face? Particularly these kids, who are in need of the warmth and love of people who care. To see the faces on these children, when Santa and the bikers arrive with the toys, is truly heartwarming.                                                                                                                                                        
And the bikers did not disappoint. They arrived by the hundreds from all directions. From 6am till just before the parade started at noon, bikers were converging on Delaware Ave. This would be our largest and most successful Toy Run ever. Two hours after the noon start, bikes were still arriving at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Over 300 huge bins were filled with toys.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

It proves, once again, that bikers are the best people. And not only are they the biggest people, I know, they also have the biggest hearts.                                                                       

I went to your web site to leave a message in your guest book but I couldn't find one.

I just wanted to let everyone know that we had a great time, made to feel at home, meet a lot of great people.  We will always cherish the friendships we made.  The looks on the kids faces can't be described, or the feeling you get when you see them.  No one else's honeymoon will ever match up to ours.

We will be back next year and hopefully there will be more of us.

talk soon!

Ride Free
Rick & Sandy 
" Taz  & Tazette"
A.B.A.T.E.  of Toronto 

HI , I AM FROM BROOKLYN NEW YORK..

I HAVE ATTENDED THE TOY RUN 4 YEARS PRIOR TO THIS ONE AND THEY HAVE ALL BEEN
IMPRESSIVE. I LIVED IN SOUTH JERSEY. WHEN I FIRST ATTENDED . I BRING
DIFFERENT PEOPLE WITH ME EACH YEAR I COME AND THEY ARE ALL IN AWE OF THE
AMOUNT OF BIKES.....I MUST SAY THAT THIS YEAR WAS TOTALLY IMPRESSIVE.....
THIS YEAR I WAS 1.1 MILES ..THANKS ..WE'LL BE BACK NEXT YEAR...

********HAPPY TRAILS*******
JOHN CAT

My thoughts on the Toy Run " For The Kids "can be summed up in the word "UNITED' as in the
United States of America.

Sunday's Toy Run united the Philadelphia Police motorcycle squad,ABATE's color guard, Santa Claus, the Grand Marshal's,various VIPs,the Red Cross,the Pagans,the Tribe,Viet Nam vets,HOG clubs,BMW,Honda,Yamaha,Suzuki,Kawasaki,Triumph,Indian,Moto Guzzi,Ducati,Cagiva & other riders in one common goal. That is to deliver toys to sick children.

This was done in a truly UNITED way by all who participated in any fashion.

Congratulations.
Bob O' Brien

What a great day :)  I could not have picked a better event for my first run.  Walking through the hospital gave me a feeling like I never had before in my life.  

I just want to thank u for taking the time writing me early and to commend ABATE for a great day :)  

Ride Safe
Trish

Dear A.B.A.T.E.,
    I just heard about your website from a friend and wanted to take a moment to let you know how much your organization is appreciated and what an amazing, selfless, caring group of people you are.  About ten years ago, I moved to Philadelphia and transferred to the McDonald's located in Children's Hospital.  Each year I was there, I had the honor of witnessing true compassion and love as thousands of toys were brought in by bikers for the sick children.  My first year there, I didn't know quite what to expect.  It was an awesome sight watching so many toys being carried in.  The joy it brought them lasted long beyond your visit and each year the hospital became a buzz of excitement anticipating your next visit.  These are among my most precious memories from then.  Your generosity has touched myself and so many others and it cannot be thanked enough.
 
Thank you for being the incredible people that you are.
Sincerely,
James Elicker

Hello,

My name is Larry Bowe. I rode in the Toys for Tots ride on Nov.4 in

Philadelphia. The ride was fantastic, well organized and well worth the cause.

Thank you
lrbowe@snip.net

Hi Dominick.

I thought I'd let you know that Rick , Sandy and myself got home OK. I
also wanted to say again how wonderful the entire weekend was,the whole
way home all we could talk about was how well we were treated by everyone.

We will be back again next year and we are already making plans.Bev will
be coming down and we will most likely be bringing Sandra as well.

I again would like to say that we are very grateful for all your
hospitality we will never forget it.

 

Glen Allardyce (Offramp)

 

Printable Thank You Flyer

Mark Schultz - Delaware Valley Chapter Coordinator

Delaware Valley A.B.A.T.E.  Hot Line # 610-449-RIDE

Give us a call and keep in touch... More to come , so come back SOON !