Annual Rockland County Toy And Clothing Drive Now Accepting Donations

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — There are plenty of holiday traditions in the Hudson Valley that are worth loading up the car and fighting the crowds for, but the Annual Rockland County Toy And Clothing Drive could help make the season joyous for those who could use a little extra kindness this year.

Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Department of Social Services Commissioner Joan Silvestri are asking residents to help spread holiday cheer to all of Rockland County’s foster children and children served by DSS by donating new, unwrapped toys, gift cards and clothing for the 6th Annual Toy and Clothing Drive, now through Dec. 20.

The drive takes place each year to ensure that every child in Rockland County has a gift to open for the holidays. Toys and gifts are requested for children ages newborn to age 18.

"For our kids in foster care and those currently receiving our services this difficult time of the year can be challenging to say the least and your donation of a toy or clothing can make all the difference in improving the lives of those children," said Silvestri announcing the kickoff of this year's drive.

Toys, gift cards or clothing can be dropped off at collection boxes during normal business hours until December 20. Donations can also be dropped off in-person on December 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

"It’s been an incredibly challenging year for families coping with record-breaking inflation and skyrocketing gas prices and I am asking those who can please consider donating to our 6th Annual Toy and Clothing Drive and help us help children who need some warmth and a smile this holiday season," Day said. "We thank every one of you for your generosity and support."

Santa's helpers can bring donations to collections boxes at these locations:

• County Office Building – Front Lobby, 11 New Hempstead Rd, New City
• County Clerk’s Office – Front Lobby, 1 South Main St #100, New City
• Building A – Main Lobby next to elevator, 50 Sanatorium Rd, Pomona
• Bridges of Rockland County, 2nd floor, Palisades Center, 2290 Palisades Center Dr, West Nyack