Some of our best childhood memories include receiving a new favorite toy at Christmas. However, for some military families, Christmas time can be a challenging time financially.

When Jim Rudolph started Operation Toy Soldier in 2003, he scattered three barrels across Tampa Bay to collect toys. This year, he had 49 barrels.

Isnt it funny a guy by the name of Rudolph started a toy charity, totally didnt plan that, said Rudolph. It was an Army Majors wife who told me that the stress in the military was back to school and Christmas. I said, you mean toys, and she said you have no idea how hard it is for a Private making $1,200 a month to afford toys.

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So Jim started partnering with area businesses, schools and o

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