The Chance to Give Back
Here at ServiceOne, we are excited about our Toys for Tots drive, a charity dedicated to ensuring that less fortunate children experience the joy of a gift on Christmas morning. If you have been blessed with having “enough,” consider joining us in contributing gifts to the Marine Corps Reserve’s annual Toys for Tots.
Your contributions do more than just provide toys—they spread hope, create smiles, and uplift entire communities.
But you don’t just make others feel good. The act of “giving” has fantastic, proven benefits for the giver!
ONE: Proven Health Benefits
Did you know that giving to others actually improves your health? Research consistently shows that acts of generosity can lead to lower blood pressure and reduced stress levels. When you donate to Toys for Tots, your body releases endorphins, promoting a sense of well-being similar to the effects of exercise or medication. Volunteers for charity organizations often report feeling healthier and more energetic, proving that the act of giving can have tangible health benefits.
TWO: Giving Boosts Your Happiness
GIving to others creates what scientists know as “The Helper’s High.”
Studies have shown that the act of giving lights up the same areas of the brain associated with pleasure and reward. It makes you feel good.
When you donate to Toys for Tots – or do other charitable deeds for others - your brain releases chemicals like serotonin and dopamine, generating feelings of happiness and satisfaction. Your contributions not only brighten a child's day but also elevate your own mood, creating a win-win situation.
Not only does giving to others make you feel happy, but one act of charity is likely to start a life-long pattern. Because giving makes you happy, you will continue to do so, helping others throughout your life.
THREE: Enhances Your Mental Well-Being
In a world that can often feel overwhelming, helping others can provide a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Studies show that those who volunteer or donate regularly report higher self-esteem and life satisfaction. By supporting Toys for Tots, you join a community of givers, fostering connections and empathy that enhance your own mental well-being.
By helping ServiceOne collect toys for needy children, you’ll be part of a local and regional group of people who share they care by doing small acts of kindness. You also join in a national effort, highlighting the goodness of thousands of people and businesses that care enough about children to contribute toys.
Since its start in 1947, the Marine Corps Reserves has distributed 677 MILLION toys to 301 MILLION deserving children!
FOUR: The Amount You Give Doesn't Matter
You might think that your financial limitations prevent you from making a difference. However, research shows that the simple act of giving is what truly counts. Whether you can donate one small toy or a hundred toys, the feelings of joy and satisfaction from your generosity are profound.
Every act of kindness matters, and the impact of your donation extends far beyond its monetary value.
FIVE: Generosity Creates a Ripple Effect
Your act of giving doesn’t just stop with your donation. Generosity is contagious! When you contribute to Toys for Tots, you inspire others to do the same. One act of kindness can set off a chain reaction, encouraging friends, family, and community members to join in. Acts of altruism can influence countless others, spreading goodwill far and wide.
Think of being in a fast-food line where someone ahead pays for the person behind them and starts a chain reaction. Or when you are the recipient of an act of kindness and look for ways to pay it forward to someone else.
SIX: Strengthens Community Bonds
When you give to charity, especially local initiatives like Toys for Tots, you strengthen the fabric of your community. Donations foster a sense of connection among residents, creating networks of support that can be invaluable in times of need.
By contributing, you’re not only helping individuals but also enhancing the overall well-being of your community, making it a better place for everyone.
SEVEN: Encourages Gratitude and Perspective
Giving encourages us to reflect on our own lives and foster gratitude for what we have.
Sometimes, thinking about the difficult situations of others helps us put our own lives in perspective. By seeing both the need for giving as well as the impact of your donations on others, you gain a renewed appreciation for your circumstances. This shift in perspective can lead to increased happiness and contentment, reducing feelings of entitlement and dissatisfaction.
EIGHT: Develops Skills and Experiences
Engaging with charitable organizations, whether through donating, volunteering or fundraising, can help you broaden your horizons. Your awareness of other people’s needs and organizations like the Marine Corps Reserves that address those needs gives you knowledge you didn’t have before you interacted.
Your experience with fundraisers may encourage you to take an active part in volunteering or organizing events, fostering leadership and teamwork. The experiences you gain enhance your personal and professional life. These skills can also boost your resume and open doors for future opportunities.
NINE: Giving Sets a Positive Example
Your generosity can inspire others, especially children, to adopt similar values. By modeling charitable behavior, you instill important lessons about kindness, empathy, and community responsibility in the next generation. This creates a culture of giving that can have lasting effects on families and communities.
TEN: It’s a Pathway to Personal Growth
Giving to charity often challenges us to step outside our comfort zones, whether through direct involvement or advocating for causes we believe in. This personal growth can increase resilience and a greater sense of purpose in life, making us feel more fulfilled.
This holiday season, your donation to Toys for Tots can create a brighter future for needy children. While you’re giving the gift of joy to others, you’ll also experience the many benefits of generosity yourself. From strengthening community bonds to fostering gratitude and personal growth, the rewards of giving are invaluable and benefit us all!
Give joy and spread hope with Toys for Tots
Join ServiceOne and the Marine Corps Reserves in making our Toys for Tots drive the best ever!
We applaud your generosity and want to thank you with special coupons! When you make a toy donation, you’ll get the following:
$20 OFF any HVAC or Plumbing service, a Precision Tune-Up, OR a ClubOne Sign-up OR Renewal.
$100 OFF a new water heater, a Halo5 whole-house water treatment system, or an HVAC replacement system.
PLUS...
Every toy donation earns an entry into our Grand Prizes:
1st Prize: $500 in free services
2nd Prize: $250 in free services
3rd Prize: $100 in free services
Combinable with other offers!
How to donate to Toys for Tots
ServiceOne is an official drop site for this year’s toy drive. We have created THREE easy options for you to donate your toys:
Schedule your PTU or service call before December 9, and our techs will pick it up and bring it back to our office where the Marine Corps Reserves will pick them up on December 10.
Drop it by our office at 45 Skyline Drive, #1025, Lake Mary, FL, 32746
Bring it to our booth at the Lake Mary Holiday in the Park, between 6:00 and 9:00 pm on December 6.
Give Joy. Spread Hope. Feel Good.
You give because you believe in the worthiness of the cause and the difference it makes in the lives of children. But remember, your gift will not only bless those in need—it will also uplift you in ways you may not expect.
Join us in making this holiday season truly special. Donate to Toys for Tots today and help give joy, spread hope, foster community, and improve your own well-being!