On Sunday, Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle and Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar (16th) attended the 44th Annual Chicagoland Toys for Tots Motorcycle Parade.  The parade, starting at 83rd and Western and going to Western and Addison, is Chicagoland Toys for Tots’ 44th Annual Parade.  This parade brings in thousands of toys each year, with each motorcycle rider required to bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate during the parade.  President Preckwinkle and Commissioner Aguilar will reflect on this wonderful organization and charity before joining the procession.  “Chicagoland Toys for Tots’ impact on families everywhere cannot be understated,” said Commissioner Aguilar. “I have been a proud member of Toys for Tots for two decades, and I am so excited to join motorcycle riders from all parts of this country in such an important day for children and families throughout Chicagoland.”  

Called “The World’s Largest Motorcycle Parade,” the Chicagoland Toys for Tots Motorcycle Parade has become one of the most anticipated and exciting motorcycle events in America. Each year, on the first Sunday in December, motorcyclists come to Chicago to donate toys and ride their bikes.  There are Chicagoland Toys for Tots Drop Boxes located all around Chicagoland, ensuring that underprivileged children from all corners of our county are able to open a toy this holiday season.  “After all we’ve been through over the past two years, it’s important that we find ways to come together, build community and spread goodwill this holiday season,” said Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle. “Cook County is proud to join Toys for Tots to lift up this important cause and give back to our residents in need.” Toys can be donated to any of the hundreds of toy box locations including all Chicago Fire Departments. A list of those Drop Box locations can be found on the Chicagoland Toys for Tots website www.chicagolandtft.org. Monetary donations can also be made by check to Chicagoland TFT, PO Box 388500, Chicago, IL 60638. You can also donate directly to Chicagoland Toys for Tots on the website’s donation page https://chicagolandtft.org/direct-donations.