TOYPAC

Working to Build a Brighter Future for the Toy Industry

TIA President Carter Keithley delivers an important message about TOYPAC.

“There are many keys to an effective industry advocacy program and among the most important is a strong political action committee. With so many policy challenges facing our industry, it’s critical that we equip TIA with all the tools necessary to help fight harmful government regulation. That is why, as a small business owner, I joined TOYPAC.  I encourage every member of the toy industry to learn more about TOYPAC and to consider contributing."
– Sam Harwell, President of Big Time Toys, LLC and TOYPAC Board President

TOYPAC Is Your PAC

Established in March 2010, TOYPAC is the toy industry’s political action committee, or PAC.  Protecting our industry from burdensome and damaging state and federal regulation requires we utilize every available advocacy tool. A PAC is an important way for TIA and our industry to interact with policymakers so our messages are heard. The goal of TOYPAC is to give TIA members a collective voice in the election of candidates for federal and state office.  Through this effort, TOYPAC helps TIA to advance the legislative priorities of the toy industry by helping to elect and re-elect the political candidates most likely to support those priorities.

TOYPAC is regulated by the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and state ethics committees around the country. The process of giving to the TOYPAC as well as the disbursements to candidates is fully transparent. TOYPAC does not align with one specific political party and contributions are determined by what is in the best interest of the industry. While TOYPAC, under FEC regulations, is prohibited by law from accepting corporate contributions, acceptance of voluntary personal contributions from individuals is permitted and allows us to work toward improving the environment in which TIA member businesses operate.

TIA members can access additional information about TOYPAC here.

Fundraising Goals - Every Dollar Counts!

TOYPAC continues to set challenging yet attainable goals for itself.   In the 2010 election cycle, TOYPAC raised nearly $25,000 to help support business-friendly candidates to elected office.

For the 2011-2012 election cycle, TOYPAC has set a goal to double its first year fundraising goal to $50,000. 100% of TOYPAC contributions go to support toy industry-friendly candidates for federal and state office.

TOYPAC Accomplishments

Member support of TOYPAC allows the toy industry build powerful relationships in Washington D.C. and in state capitols across the nation. Yet TOYPAC does more than just help elect pro-industry candidates.  A strong PAC demonstrates that an Association has a strong grassroots network, effective leadership, and a committed membership.

TOYPAC's most recent actions and accomplishments include:

• Since its formation, TOYPAC has made contributions to ten Members of Congressional Leadership, Committee Chairmen and/or Ranking Members.
• In the 2010 election cycle, 100% of TOYPAC-supported candidates were re-elected.
• With TOYPAC contributions, TIA has developed new relationships with first term Members of Congress.

Contributions to TOYPAC are completely voluntary and must be made with personal funds. TOYPAC can accept contributions of no more than $5,000 per calendar year from TIA members who provide prior approval. Member contribution are disbursed as directed by the TOYPAC Board of Directors. TOYPAC may give $5,000 per federal candidate per election. Contributions to TOYPAC are not deductible for federal income tax purposes.

TOYPAC Board of Directors

• Sam Harwell, CEO, Big Time Toys, LLC
• Joel Berger, President, Cardinal Industries, Inc.
• Jay Foreman, President & CEO, The Bridge Direct/ Acorn Management Group
• Chuck Scothon, GM & SVP, Mattel Digital Network
• David Hargeaves, Chief Operating Officer, Hasbro, Inc.

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