Webster’s Community Pharmacy and its sister store, Meredith M, announced today that they will be a collection site for Toys for Tots. Founded as a local initiative in Los Angeles in 1947 by Reservist Major Bill Hendricks Toys for Tots launched nationally in 1948. Since then more than 500 million toys have been collected and distributed across the country.
On #GivingTuesday, taking place on December 1, 2015, Webster’s Community Pharmacy and Meredith M will offer a collection of unwrapped stuffed animals and toys that can be purchased at a discount. Shoppers who, in turn, donate these items or other toys that they have brought in for our Toys for Tots box(es) will receive a free gift.
“Giving back to the communities we serve is part of our DNA. For the fifth year running, we’re delighted to be partnering with the Marine Corps Reserve and to support their Toys for Tots Toy Drive. Founded in Los Angeles in 1947, their mission is to collect and to distribute toys as well as to collect funds to purchase toys for children whose parents cannot afford to buy them this holiday season. All toys collected at Webster’s Community Pharmacy and Meredith M, will be given to children who live in Altadena and Pasadena. ” says Meredith Miller, co-owner.
Webster’s Community Pharmacy has been part of the Altadena landscape since 1926. Webster’s RX is a full-service prescription pharmacy that also carries medical supplies. Hard –to-find retro toys, gifts, greeting cards, jewelry and fashion accessories, and books also line the historic shelves. Owners, Meredith and Michael Miller, former owners of the historic Fair Oaks Pharmacy and Soda Fountain in South Pasadena, CA, are dedicated to revitalizing and restoring this Altadena gem to its original landmark status.
Meredith M is a trend-friendly women’s apparel and fashion accessories boutique that also features a selection of gifts and clothing for babies and toddlers. Owners Meredith and Michael Miller are committed to filling a void in the local marketplace, to contributing to the local economy and to the revitalization of the North Lake Avenue Corridor.
