ABATE Ohio’s 40th Annual Toy Run brought hundreds of motorcyclists together to raise thousands for holiday gifts for children in need across six counties.
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LIMA, OH (WLIO) - After a successful fundraiser this fall, ABATE of Ohio is out buying presents for kids in need.
A group of motorcycle enthusiasts kickstart Christmas with an annual event that helps bring presents and smiles to local kids. ABATE Ohio held its 38th annual Toy Run. More than 425 motorcycles crisscrossed Allen County to help raise money to buy presents for kids.
It definitely didn’t sound like sleigh bells, but it was traveling around West Central Ohio to help Santa put smiles on the faces of kids at Christmas Time. ABATE OHIO Region 3 held their 37th annual Toy Run Sunday afternoon. Over 230 motorcycles crisscrossed Allen County to help raise money to buy presents for kids. Last year, they raised around $18,000 to help provide gifts to over 100 kids. Besides the run there were auction items, a raffle, and other fundraising going on at the fairgrounds to help as many children as possible this Christmas.
The West Ohio Community Action Partnership and ABATE are making sure that around 120 Allen County Children get the Christmas they deserve.