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The 22nd Annual Here's hoping 2008 will be even better
Mark your calendars NOW! Thanks to all for helping us help the kids!
We have 100 2XL T-shirts Pix from this year's (2007) run
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What We Do... The Toy Run benefits Mental Health-Mental Retardation (MHMR) of Tarrant County, Dallas MetroCare, and other children's charities in the Metroplex, where the toys are distributed to thousands of underprivileged and challenged children all over the Metroplex. All funds disbursed are earmarked for educational needs & recreational use only.
"A Brief
History" The "Tampa diggers" Toy Run began in 1985 and benefited the Crossroads Development Center of Haltom City. There were 209 bikes and 247 participants in that first Toy Run. 82 children were given gifts. The run began at The Harley Center in Arlington and DM Best in Fort Worth. The bikes then met at Diggers in Fort Worth and traveled to Haltom High to meet the children. The name was officially changed to the Tarrant County Toy Run in 1987. In the year 2000, the Tarrant County Toy Run was incorporated to a 501(c)(3) Charity. Its legal name was changed to the Tarrant/Dallas County Toy Run to honor Dallas County's contribution to the event. We then adopted the name "THE BIG TEXAS TOY RUN."
A Tribute
Over the next 20 years, through the hard work of many special people, that one idea of hers has blossomed and grown into Texas Biggest Toy Run and has helped thousands of children to have a truly special Christmas. Pepper had a wonderful, giving spirit and is missed by all who knew her. She freely gave her genuine, un-selfish love to so many children throughout her career. This run is a perfect example that one person who cares can really make a difference in this world. Her family and friends are very proud of her part in all of this, but we're sure Pepper is just as proud of each and every one of you for continuing to care about "her kids" by demonstrating your support each year with your presence and generosity. God Bless You All, One of a Kind This run is one of a kind, it has no official sponsorship from any source and is the only run known to begin in three cities simultaneously and converge in one place. In addition this run is truly unique in that no one group of motorcyclists organizes and executes this event, it is a cooperative effort of independents, clubs and organizations from all walks of the Biking Community, and we appreciate everyone one of you! "Rain or Shine" “This is a rain or shine event” is a saying that is proudly displayed on our flyers. The reason Santa has to come at Christmas. It’s just that simple. Motorcyclists over the years have not only braved the seasonal cold, but also, in the case of the 10th annual run, faced a sleet storm. That year, to the amazement of the organizers 5,000 motorcycles and approximately 8,000 people were present. This goes to show the love and dedication that bikers have for the children we benefit.
“It’s not just for Now you and your
group can The incredible amount of participants who attend this event annually shows the commitment of local motorcyclists to our cause. However, "Our Kids" need your involvement to enjoy recreational and educational services year round. We encourage all individuals, groups and organizations to consider our cause when planning their charitable fund-raising events. After all, this charity was conceived, is produced and administrated by bikers. We hope you will consider these good reasons to think of "Our Kids" to benefit from your contributions and efforts. If you, your group or business are interested in planning an event to benefit or underwrite a portion of the run or it's activities, please contact us. |
