(TOLEDO, Ohio – Nov. 4, 2013) – The 24th annual Bikers of Northwest Ohio Toy Run was held Sunday, Nov. 3 at Toledo Speedway. More than 700 bikers and a total attendance of nearly 1,000 generated $8,648 to benefit Harbor Children’s Services of Toledo. Organized annually by lifelong Toledo resident and veteran biker “Big Mike” Wenzel, the outing brings together several local and regional biker clubs who donate either a child’s Christmas gift or a $10 cash donation to participate. The event, traditionally held on the first Sunday in November, features an appearance by Santa Claus, who distributes wrapped presents to children in attendance and utilizes the grounds and facilities of Toledo Speedway, with convenient access to I-75 at the Michigan-Ohio state line.

Harbor, founded more than 95 years ago, is the largest mental health provider in Northwest Ohio with several locations in the Toledo area including the Toledo Children’s Hospital. The agency offers a wide range of services with several programs dedicated to children’s services such as family medicine, assistance and consulting for childcare centers, Developmental Pediatrics and school-based achievement programs.