TOMS RIVER – Ocean County officials have kicked off their annual holiday toy drive, inviting residents to donate new, unwrapped gifts for children in need through December 12.
The initiative is organized by the Ocean County Board of Commissioners in partnership with PBA 258, Juvenile Services and Public Affairs. Collected toys will be distributed to local agencies that serve families throughout the county.
Donation sites include several county government buildings — among them the Ocean County Youth Center, the County Clerk’s Office, the Administration Building and Consumer Affairs. Toys can also be dropped at the County Connection inside the Ocean County Mall, the Parks and Recreation Administration Office, and additional locations in Waretown, Manchester and Manahawkin. Several branches of the Ocean County Library are also participating.
Officials said the goal is to help bring holiday cheer to children of all ages, particularly those facing difficult circumstances.
For more info, call 732-929-2175 or 732-929-2089.
