Toys for Tots Literacy Program

Thursday, August 4, 2016

Toys for Tots Literacy Program

Outside of his role as CEO of Lisle, Illinois-based Royal Buying Group, Bob Juckniess supports the Toys for Tots charity organization. One of the initiatives Toys for Tots is able to organize with the donations and support from people like Bob Juckniess is the Toys for Tots Literacy Program.

Through the Literacy Program, Toys for Tots works with local agencies that identify organizations and children who can benefit from receiving books and educational materials. The program focuses on literacy in order to aid in breaking the cycle of poverty. Research shows that the ratio of age-appropriate books per child in low-income communities is one for every 300 children. The Toys for Tots Literacy Program is working to provide more reading opportunities to children who are economically disadvantaged.

Those wishing to donate to the program can stop by their participating local UPS Store or Mail Boxes Etc. to offer donations of money or books.

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About Bob Juckniess

An accomplished executive based in the Chicago area, Bob Juckniess has served as chairman and chief executive officer of Royal Buying Group, Inc. since 1995. In addition to growing sales from zero to more than $500 million, Bob Juckniess opened the Canadian division of the company and grew the branch to 50 employees. In recognition of 1,443% growth over the past five years, Crain's Chicago Business recognized Royal Buying Group as one of Chicago’s top 25 fastest growing privately held firms.

Robert Juckniess holds a bachelor of arts in psychology and business administration from Notre Dame University and a master of business administration in finance, marketing, and international business from Northwestern University. He has previously served as chairman and CEO of RWJ Management Company, Inc. and RWJ Companies, Inc.

A supporter of numerous charitable organizations, Mr. Juckniess is involved with Gleaners Food Bank, Toys for Tots, and the Make-a-Wish Foundation. In his free time, he enjoys running and playing golf.