Hawk Subaru Collects Over 1,300 Toys During Fill-a-Forester Event

Hawk Subaru proudly hosted the 5th Annual Subies of the Corn Fill-a-Forester Toy Drive on Saturday, December 9th, 2023. Over 1,300 toys were collected and filled two Subaru Foresters to capacity. This annual tradition has become a beacon of goodwill and showcases Hawk Subaru and Subies of the Corn’s commitment to making a positive impact in the community.

In alignment with Subaru's commitment to community service, the event was held in collaboration with the Subaru Loves to Help® initiative. All collected toys will be distributed to children in Will, Grundy, and Kendall Counties in Illinois through Toys for Tots, spreading joy to families in need and embodying the true essence of the holiday spirit.

Continuing the charitable journey, on Sunday, December 10, 2023, Subies of the Corn organized a car cruise from Hawk Subaru to the US Marine Corps Reserve Center in Joliet, IL. The purpose was to hand-deliver the collected toys directly to Toys for Tots, a testament to the strong partnership forged between the Subies of the Corn community and this time-honored program.

The toy delivery cruise took the scenic route, featuring some of the picturesque roads overlooking the area’s rivers. Upon arrival at the Marine Corps Reserve Center, Subies of the Corn members actively participated in the unloading and sorting of toys, ensuring a seamless process for toy distribution.

This event not only reflects the commitment of Hawk Subaru and Subies of the Corn to their local community but also highlights the power of collaboration in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those less fortunate. The overwhelming success of the 5th Annual Subies of the Corn Fill-a-Forester Toy Drive demonstrates the collective generosity and compassion that define the holiday season.

About Subies of the Corn:
Subies of the Corn, also known as "SOTC," originated as a Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club in 2017 and evolved into an Illinois nonprofit corporation in August 2023. SOTC operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity, aligning with the Subaru Love Promise®. The organization's core mission is to host enjoyable and charitable events for Subaru Enthusiasts in the Chicago Southland area, with the primary aim of benefiting others.

Since its inception in 2017, Subies of the Corn and its dedicated members have raised over $12,000 for local and national charities, collected over 4,500 toys for Toys for Tots, and donated over 600 pairs of socks, 250 toiletry kits, 75 drawstring bags, 50 towels, and 50 washcloths to MorningStar Mission to assist those experiencing homelessness.

Subies of the Corn and its members have also collected and donated an impressive 1,067 pounds of food to the Northern Illinois Food Bank, addressing issues of food insecurity, and also contributed to environmental sustainability by collecting/recycling 4,942 plastic grocery bags, diverting over 75 pounds of plastic from landfills.

Additional information about Subies of the Corn can be found on their website at https://subiesofthecorn.org.