More bikes, toys and support at 2026 K-Town Memorial Toy Run

By Joan Janzen

There were more bikes, more toys and more support at this year's K-Town Memorial Toy Run in memory of Lincoln Bairos.

Joan Phinney, who helps organize the event, expressed appreciation to everyone who came out to the rally and supported the fundraiser.

Sharing the excitement: Kelly Phinney’s (right) grandchildren had the chance to climb aboard his motorcycle during the K-Town Memorial Toy Run at the Kindersley Inn. The annual fundraiser welcomed families while collecting toys and donations for the West Central Crisis & Support Centre. PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST

Future riders: Children enjoyed posing on a Harley-Davidson while waiting for the riders to depart on the K-Town Memorial Toy Run. PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST

Preparing for the ride: A rider makes final checks on his Harley-Davidson before joining the K-Town Memorial Toy Run through west central Saskatchewan. PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST

Ready to give: Toys and gifts collected during the K-Town Memorial Toy Run filled the display area before being donated to the West Central Crisis & Support Centre to support local families. PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST

Chrome on display: Motorcycles lined up at the Kindersley Inn before departing on the annual charity ride. PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST

A special delivery: One of the donated teddy bears found a temporary home on a motorcycle before joining the many toys collected for the West Central Crisis & Support Centre. PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN

In addition to receiving a truckload of toys, the event raised $5,500 in donations, while 35 motorcycles gathered at the Kindersley Inn on Saturday morning, July 11.

Phinney said participation continues to grow each year.

"We see new faces every year," she said. "We keep growing every year. The support that we get is awesome!"

Each rider donated a toy and paid a $30 entry fee, with proceeds benefiting the West Central Crisis & Support Centre.

The day featured a hot dog lunch, door prizes, raffle prizes, a silent auction, supper and plenty of camaraderie.

At 11:30 a.m., kickstands went up as riders headed out on a scenic ride through Milden and Delisle before returning to Kindersley.

Thanks to the generosity of riders, sponsors and community supporters, this year's K-Town Memorial Toy Run was the most successful yet.