Two St. Louis high schools, St. John Vianney High School and Ursuline Academy recently challenged one another to see which school could raise the most money for U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots. A combined $16,000 was raised between the two schools, with St. John Vianney High School coming out on top as the challenge winner.

“I found it incredibly amazing that these high school students were able to raise that kind of money in just one week with nothing on the line except bragging rights,” said Dave Hall, activities director at St. John Vianney High School.

On Friday, Dec. 22, the schools put their competitive spirits behind and met at Toys ‘R’ Us in Sunset Hills, Mo., to purchase items with the money raised. A-Mrazek Moving Systems, a United Van Lines agent in St. Louis, offered to transport the donations to the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots collection site at Wal-Mart in Kirkwood, Mo., free of charge.

“It’s so inspiring to see the overwhelming generosity of young people in our community,” said Mike Ploesser, vice president of A-Mrazek Moving Systems. “A-Mrazek is happy to contribute in some small way to ensure the donations arrive in the hands of those who are in need of some holiday cheer this season.”

About A-Mrazek

Founded in 1904, A-Mrazek Moving Systems, Inc., offers a full range of moving and storage services throughout the country and the world. The company has more than 45 employees, 25 household goods drivers, 13 special services drivers and five local performance crews. More information about A-Mrazek and its services can be found at www.a-mrazek.com.

About United Van Lines

United Van Lines, with headquarters in suburban St. Louis, maintains a network of 1,000 affiliated agencies throughout the world. As the nation’s largest mover, United holds more than 30 percent of the market, which is nearly double the market share of the second largest carrier. More information about United and its services is available at www.unitedvanlines.com.