Cherokee Fire Stations To Be Drop-Off Point For Toys For Tots

CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA — Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services is honored to be serving as an official collection site for the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. This is the department's eighth year partnering with Toys for Tots, and are confident that, in this season of giving, the community will once again donate to help families in need.

Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services will be accepting toys at all county fire stations through Dec. 18.

In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the demand for toys will be much greater this year, which means a donation is more important than ever. Countless families have suffered financially, and many will not be able to provide new toys for their children this holiday season.

The magic of Christmas is reflected in the eyes of a child as they wake up on Christmas morning to a brightly wrapped gift of their very own. Christmas morning should be a time of great joy, and no child should ever wake up to find an empty tree. This is why donations to the Toys for Tots program are so important. It will not only help make the season brighter for the children, but will also give hope and encouragement to the parents knowing that there are people who care.

Covid-19 Drop Off Instructions:

To keep everyone safe during donation collections, it is asked to continue to follow safety guidelines by maintaining social distancing and wearing a mask while dropping off donations.

The drop boxes will be located inside the fire apparatus bay at each fire station. Fire department personnel will assist in locating the drop boxes and collecting donations. It is requested that donors call the individual fire station non-emergency number to arrange a drop off time with personnel.

If you are experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19, wait to drop off your donations when you are symptom free.

If you would rather make a monetary donation, visit the Toys for Tots website.