Some Toys for Tots chapters report fewer donations and an increase in need

By A Martínez

Published November 28, 2025 at 4:48 AM EST

Reports from around the U.S. suggest some Toys for Tots chapters are seeing decreased donations. NPR's A Martinez talks to David Cooper of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation about what's going on.

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