Events

It’s the 25th annual 12 Hours of Salvation toy drive to benefit kids right here in the state line area! It’s our mission to make sure every child has a gift to open come Christmas Day with the Salvation Army of Winnebago County. We know you have A LOT going on, especially this time of year, but we’re hoping you have a little left to give.

You can make a difference for these families in need with your donation of a new, unwrapped toy. Shop early and drop it off at Lou Bachrodt Auto Mall anytime between now and Dec. 2nd. You can even buy online and ship it straight to us. Every bit counts as we aim to bring in more toys than ever before! Your donation is sure to put a smile on a child's face that otherwise might not have a gift to unwrap this Holiday season.

Don’t forget to mark your calendar for Friday, December 2nd. Join us from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. as we gather all your donations and share in a lot of holiday spirit. The giant tree surrounded with thousands of toys is certainly a sight to see. Plus Rockford’s Country Q98.5, 96.7 the Eagle, and 97 ZOK will be here for the fun as 13 WREX broadcasts live. Help us spread the word! Challenge your friends, neighbors, family, or co-workers to team up and shop for those in need.

• YOU can make a difference for these families in need with your donation dollars in our Virtual Red Kettle or with a gift of a new, unwrapped toy.
• Shop & Drop at Lou Bachrodt Auto Mall or have it Shop & Ship to the Auto Mall (address below), anytime between now and December 3.

Follow us on Facebook for event updates as we track the donations from our generous community. You’ve never let us down Rockford and we know you’re up to the task!

For more information about supporting our 25th annual Toy Drive through our Virtual Angel Tree program, contact Tracy Beyer at 815-332-3000 ext. 2143.

Lou Bachrodt Auto Mall
Attn: Tracy Beyer
7070 Cherryvale N. Blvd
Rockford, IL 61112

Donate Dollars to our Virtual Red Kettle