Residents are invited to donate new, unwrapped toys at their local police and fire departments. | Pixabay
Residents are invited to donate new, unwrapped toys at their local police and fire departments. | Pixabay
The City of Edina recently announced that this year’s Toys for Tots holiday gift program will once again use the local police and fire departments as drop off-sites for donations.
“We are looking forward to participating in the Toys for Tots drive again this year,” said Police Sgt. Dave Venne. “As we all know, this year has been difficult for everyone due to COVID-19. This program has received an incredible response from our community, and we are honored to help make a difference.”
Residents are invited to donate new, unwrapped toys, and other gifts for older children and teenagers. Monetary donations can also be made at the Toys for Tots web site.
Donations will be accepted at the Edina Police Department, 4801 W. 50th St., and the Edina Fire Station No. 1, 6250 Tracy Ave. from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The last day for donations is Monday, Dec. 14.
In 2019, the Toys for Tots program in the Twin Cities donated more than 197,000 toys and supported over 139,000 local children.
Visitors can receive more information about the program online, by emailing dvenne@EdinaMN.gov, or by calling 952-826-0475.
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