Town Kicks Off Annual Toys For Tots Collection Drive

Oyster Bay Town officials announced that the annual "Toys for Tots" collection drive has officially begun.

Residents can donate new, unwrapped toys for the less fortunate children across the community until Dec. 14.

Recently, town officials joined with New York State Fraternal Order of Police President Michael Essig, USMC Retired Major Chuck Kilbride, NYS Fraternal Order of Police Foundation President Robert V. Nero, Bartlet LLP Partner Craig V. Rizzo and Staff Sergeant J.D. Quinton to announce the the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation collection drive coordinated by the New York State Fraternal Order of Police and the U.S Marine Corps.

“Under the direction of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, the Toys for Tots Drive follows a mission to help ensure that children in need within our area do not have to go the holiday season without something to bring them happiness,” Councilwoman Rebecca Alesia said.

Donations can be made at the following locations:

• Oyster Bay Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay
• Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa
• Department of Public Works Facility, 150 Miller Place, Syosset
• Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center at Bethpage Community Park, 1001 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage
• Syosset-Woodbury Community Park Community Center, Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury
• Town of Oyster Bay Hicksville Athletic Center, South Broadway, Hicksville.

“By helping those in need experience the wonderful embrace of the holiday season, contributors will get to play an active role in bringing happiness to one of our nation’s most valuable resources for the future, our children,” Councilman Anthony Macagnone said.

For more information, contact the Council members, co-chairs of the collection drive, at (516) 624-6619 or (516) 624-6364; or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.

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