Betty Whalen used to store toy donations remain empty at the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve for Tots warehouse . Like many charities , Boston Toys program was hit hard by economy . `` At least on Christmas they can give their children a Christmas like any child , '' she said . Volunteers say that while donations appear to be up in some areas , demand also has risen . Nationally , corporate cash donations are down by about $ 30 million over Christmas .
Betty Whalen used to store toy donations remain empty at the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve for Tots warehouse . Like many charities , Boston Toys program was hit hard by economy . Volunteers say that while donations appear to be up in some areas , demand also has risen . Nationally , corporate cash donations are down by about $ 30 million over Christmas .