Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty’s Annual Trees for Toys event collected more than 350 toys for the Waterloo Knights of Columbus New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive in Waterloo, Ont.
In its ninth year, the festive customer appreciation event has now raised approximately 3,600 toys. Sales reps participating in Trees for Toys purchase trees, wreaths or poinsettias for their clients and invite them to come and pick up their gifts and enjoy refreshments, pictures with Santa, face painting and pony rides. Participants are encouraged to donate toys to be distributed to local children.
A highlight of the event was the presence of the local fire department, which conducted a presentation on tree safety that included a live demonstration of how quickly a tree can ignite and burn if not watered and cared for appropriately. Guests were also reminded of important fire safety tips and changes to regulations.
