Navy Federal Credit Union Brings Holiday Joy with Over 35,000 Toys to Marine Toys for Tots
VIENNA, VA (December 30, 2025) – It is the 28th year of partnership between Navy Federal Credit Union and the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. With nearly 90% of Navy Federal’s global branch network serving as collection sites, members and team members donated over 35,000 new, unwrapped toys to support families in need this holiday season.
"Giving back is at the heart of who we are at Navy Federal, said Captain Keith Hoskins (USN Retired), Executive Vice President of Military Affairs & Strategic Partnerships at Navy Federal. “This annual tradition allows us to support the communities we serve and spread joy during the holiday season. We’re proud of the generosity shown by our team members, those in our branches and the members we serve. It’s a true reflection of our commitment to service."
In addition to dropping off toys in branches, donors had the option to give online directly to the Toys for Tots Foundation. Thanks to the generosity of our members and team members, Navy Federal’s monetary donations exceed $38,000 to the cause.
“It’s not a Christmas season without Toys for Tots,” said Maj. Jared Haeg, US Marine Corps, who currently supports Toys for Tots in Quantico, VA. “Toys for Tots is a tradition for our military family, and year after year I witness tremendous joy and community engagement. I think many big kids [adults] get a lot of value out of giving back during the holidays.”
Toys for Tots is just one way Navy Federal is spreading hope this holiday season. Team members near the credit union’s campus locations in Vienna and Winchester, Virginia; San Diego, California; and Pensacola, Florida fulfilled wish lists for over 280 families through the employee-driven Project Neighbors Program. Families benefiting from the program were selected by local school districts and nonprofit organizations in the region.
About Navy Federal Credit Union: Established in 1933 with only seven members, Navy Federal now has the distinct honor of serving more than 15 million members globally and is the world’s largest credit union. As a member-owned and not-for-profit organization, Navy Federal always puts the financial needs of its members first. Membership is open to all Department of Defense and Coast Guard Active Duty, Veterans, civilian and contractor personnel, and their families. Navy Federal employs a workforce of over 25,000 and has a global network of more than 380 branches. Navy Federal is contracted to operate the Overseas Military Banking Program under the authority of the Department of Defense, which provides Active Duty military Servicemembers deployed overseas with access to some 60 branches and hundreds of ATMs spread across 10 countries and territories. For more information about Navy Federal Credit Union, visit navyfederal.org.
About Marine Toys for Tots Program: Toys for Tots, a 78-year national charitable program run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, provides year-round joy, comfort, and hope to economically disadvantaged children across the nation through the gift of a new toy or book. Providing toys, books, and other gifts to disadvantaged children offers recognition, confidence, and a positive memory for a lifetime. It is such experiences that help children become responsible citizens and caring members of their community. Since 1947, the program has evolved and grown exponentially, having delivered hope and the magic of Christmas to over 314 million children in need. Because the need isn’t just at Christmastime, the Marine Toys for Tots Program also provides support year-round to families experiencing challenges and exceptional circumstances, thus fulfilling the hopes and dreams of millions of disadvantaged children beyond the holidays. The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is a not-for-profit organization authorized by the US Marine Corps and the Department of Defense to provide fundraising and other necessary support for the annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. For more information, visit www.toysfortots.org.