Guam - Christmas may be a few months away but this year the Marine Corps wanted to get a head start on bringing cheer to children in the island with their annual Toys for Tots campaign. Kicking off the season by partnering with the Guam Chamber of Commerce, the Marines collected their first set of toys on Wednesday.

Marine Corps Major Neil Fisher said, "We are willing to accept as many partners that want to merry up with us to get these toys to needy kids all over the island."

Businesses interested in taking part with the Toys for Tots campaign can contact Marine Corps activity Guam.