Peru Mall, Toys for Tots

Peru Mall, Toys for Tots bring joyous holiday to local children PERU, IL. Nov. 9 --- The season of giving and goodwill starts at Peru Mall. The shopping center is partnering with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program to ensure a joyous holiday season for children in need. Tons of toys are needed to help make the holidays happy for children in the local community. Peru Mall is an official drop-off site for Toys for Tots, accepting new, unwrapped toys through Saturday, Dec. 23. Generous donors can drop off unwrapped gifts in special donation boxes located near the Armed Forces Career Center, Bath & Body Works, and in center court. The program’s primary goal is to deliver, through a new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters. Marine Corps reserve volunteers will ensure delivery of gifts to children in the Illinois Valley community in time for Christmas. More information about holiday hours, Santa’s hours and events is available at www.perumall.com or (815) 223-7600. Peru Mall offers value shopping close to home. Located at Route 251 near 1-80, Peru Mall is home to Bergner’s, Marshalls, AMC Classic Peru Mall 8 and a variety of specialty shops and services. Recently opened merchants include Tracy’s Café, Deja Brew and Elite Seamless Gutters. Peru Mall supports the community with multiple programs throughout the year including: Back to School giveaways; U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots; and numerous IVCH health programs. Peru Mall is owned and managed by GK Development, Inc. About GK Development, Inc. GK Development, Inc. is a commercial real estate firm based in Barrington, Ill. that acquires, develops, owns and operates a diversified portfolio of commercial and retail property across the United States. For more information, visit www.gkdevelopment.com. # # #