Forsyth Fire Department Collecting Toys for Needy Children

CUMMING, GA — The Forsyth County Fire Department is asking for citizens’ help in making

the holiday season special for local children in need.

The department's 14th annual Aerial's House toy collection is under way.

"Last year we were delighted to have collected enough toys, gift cards and monetary donations to provide for 1,800 Forsyth County children. This year, with the help of our generous community, we hope to surpass that," Fire Chief Danny Bowman said. "The Fire Department personnel who assist with the toy collection each year are undoubtedly grateful to witness the many individuals, children and families as they drop off gifts at our stations."

New, unwrapped toys for children – newborn to 18 years old – may be dropped off now through Thursday, December 15, at any Forsyth County fire station, at fire department headquarters or any of the county’s four library branches.

Headquarters are located at 3520 Settingdown Rd. in Cumming.

Beginning in December, toys for Aerial's House also may be dropped off under the Christmas tree in the lobby of the Forsyth County Administration Building, located at 110 East Main St. in downtown Cumming.

For questions, or to make a large donation, contact firefighter Jeff Lyons at (678) 513-5899.

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