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Park District Police Invite Donations for 2021 Toys for Tots

New, unwrapped toys to be collected at 5 locations Oct. 7-Dec. 11

Toys will be collected Oct. 7-Dec. 11.
Toys will be collected Oct. 7-Dec. 11. (Naperville Park District)

Members of the Naperville Park District Police invite the community to contribute new, unwrapped toys for the 2021 DuPage County Toys for Tots program, hosted by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Toys will be collected at various Naperville Park District locations beginning Thursday, October 7 through Saturday, December 11.

“Now is a great time to begin purchasing a few extra toys to brighten the holidays for kids in need,” said Chief Steve Schindlbeck. “It’s heartwarming to see how the generous donations from the community help many families in our area who are experiencing financial hardships.”

Collection sites are:

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  • Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, located at 305 W. Jackson Ave. Hours of operation are: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Drop off toys inside the first floor entrance.
  • Fort Hill Activity Center, located at 20 Fort Hill Drive. Hours of operation are: Monday-Friday, 5:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Saturday, 6:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Sunday, 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Drop off toys in the lobby on the first floor.
  • 95th Street Center, located at 2244 W. 95th St. Hours of operation are: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Drop off toys in the lobby on the second floor.

Toys for Tots accepts only new, unwrapped toys. Please do not donate stuffed animals or toy weapons.

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