Men's Basketball | December 02, 2021

AIKEN, S.C. – Prior to the University of South Carolina Aiken men's basketball game Saturday against Fayetteville State, the department of athletics is seeking donations for Toys For Tots.

If fans are able to donate, please bring new unwrapped toys to the collection boxes in the front lobby of the Convocation Center. Fans can also make a monetary donation online.

There will also be a Teddy Bear Toss, benefiting Toys For Tots. Fans are encouraged to bring teddy bears to throw onto the court during halftime. Only teddy bears or plush toys will be allowed to be thrown onto the court. 

Toys for Tots is the Marine Corps' premier community action program, one of the nation's flagship charitable endeavors, an American tradition, and a national treasure.  For over half a century, Marines have been the unchallenged leaders in looking after needy children at Christmas.  The Toys for Tots message of hope for the future has motivated youngsters to grow into responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.  Toys for Tots not only benefits children, but also has a positive impact on communities, on businesses – large and small, on the Marine Corps and on the nation.  Toys for Tots is one vehicle for addressing the issue of poverty among children.