ALBIA, Iowa [KCCI]— Mary Sauter is determined that no child should have to wake up Christmas morning without toys to open. KCCI reports that’s why the retired Albia teacher shops year-round for brand-new toys at deep discounts. She has filled an Albia warehouse from top to bottom with everything from books to bikes.

Since she retired, Sauter has been shopping and distributing toys to thousands of children all over Iowa for the last 13 years. She raises about $75,000 a year through donations and a golf tournament through her “Pay It Forward” nonprofit. She is proud of her thrifty shopping and says a $100 donation will buy $500 worth of toys.

So far, Sauter has given toys to more than 18 school districts across Iowa. Elementary schools identify students in need and send Sauter a list with the children’s ages and interests. Sauter is passionate about making sure each child gets gifts picked specifically for them.