Santa to gather 500-plus gifts for Community Youth
TOLLAND, CT - November 25, 2014 - Tolland Fire Department will host Santa Claus as he travels through the community gathering gifts for children in need aboard his custom-built sleigh and escorted by the department's firefighting rigs.
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings between November 29 and December 21, residents of the community can follow Santa's every turn with their mobile devices. Residents are encouraged to meet Santa on his route with gift and toy donations benefitting the under-privileged families in the Tolland area.
GPS Tracking Brings Santa's Route to Life
US Fleet Tracking's live GPS tracking technology allows families to follow Santa in real-time using their smartphones or computers. The system shows Santa's exact location as he makes his way through Tolland, making it easy for residents to know when to meet him with their donations.
"It's really all about the kids," says Tolland Fire Chief Littell. "Every toy collected and every smile delivered is a win for all of us. It just makes our small town that much closer to family."
Annual Holiday Tradition
The department is looking for unwrapped, new, in-the-box gifts for children. Tolland Fire Department works with Tolland Human Services Department to fulfill the needs of the Tolland community first. Then the remaining gifts are distributed to surrounding communities. According to the Tolland Fire Department, between 300 and 500 gifts are annually gathered for children of all ages and sizes.
Santa has been gathering gifts for more than 13 years and will gather roughly 2,000 gifts during this year's Holiday Lights Tour for distribution by the Tolland Fire Department. "We started after 9/11 to raise people's spirits and it's taken off from there," said Adam Conner, Santa's Sleigh driver.
Community Impact
The Holiday Lights Tour has become a beloved tradition in Tolland, bringing the community together during the holiday season while supporting families in need. The combination of GPS tracking technology and community spirit makes it easy for residents to participate and contribute to this meaningful cause.
Event Details
- Dates: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 29 - December 21
- Tracking: Real-time GPS tracking via mobile devices
- Goal: Collect 500+ gifts for local children in need
- Donation Type: Unwrapped, new, in-the-box gifts for all ages
- Distribution: Tolland community first, then surrounding areas
About US Fleet Tracking
US Fleet Tracking, located in Oklahoma City, is the leader in live GPS vehicle and asset tracking, providing groundbreaking sub-ten-second live tracking. In addition to expertise in tracking commercial vehicles, the company provides tracking services to high-profile, large-scale public events. These include the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, 2012 London Summer Olympic Games, 2012 Republican National Convention, and Super Bowls XLI through XLVII.
Since 2005, US Fleet Tracking has been a pioneer in web-based GPS tracking solutions, serving thousands of businesses from small operations to large fleets. The company provides real-time tracking, comprehensive reporting, and industry-leading customer service.
Contact Information
For more information about GPS tracking solutions for events or fleet management:
US Fleet Tracking
Phone: (405) 726-9900
Email: sales@usft.com
Website: www.usfleettracking.com