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Statewide toy drive begins Nov. 18; information available on New York state website
Submitted by the Office of Gov. Kathy Hochul
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York's annual statewide holiday donation drive to benefit families in need will begin Monday, Nov. 18. Donations of new unwrapped toys, new and gently used coats, and new school supplies are being sought to assist community-based organizations during the holiday giving season.
“Together, we can spread joy and hope this holiday season by supporting our community-based organizations through New York’s statewide toy, coat and school supply drive,” Hochul said. “Every item collected is a reminder that kindness and generosity can brighten the lives of our children and families in need. Let’s come together, New Yorkers, to ensure that every child feels the warmth of the holidays.”
The New York State Office of General Services has set up drop-off locations across the state for businesses and individuals to bring the new unwrapped toys, coats and school supplies, which will be distributed to families in underserved communities throughout New York.
The drop-off locations will collect donations from Nov. 18 through Dec. 13. The local drop-off locations are:
√ Electric Tower, 535 Washington St., Buffalo
√ 95 Perry St., Buffalo
1859 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY 14072
Phone: 716-773-7676
Fax: 716-773-7190
