{"id":21793,"date":"2024-11-01T13:05:57","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T17:05:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/?post_type=press-release&p=21793"},"modified":"2024-11-01T13:05:57","modified_gmt":"2024-11-01T17:05:57","slug":"orange-county-mayor-jerry-l-demings-launches-14th-annual-toy-drive-to-benefit-local-families","status":"publish","type":"press-release","link":"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/media-advisories\/press-releases\/2024\/11\/orange-county-mayor-jerry-l-demings-launches-14th-annual-toy-drive-to-benefit-local-families\/","title":{"rendered":"Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings Launches 14th Annual Toy Drive to Benefit Local Families"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Drop Off Locations Include Orange County Library Branches Plus Select Orange County Fire Rescue Stations and Parks<\/em><\/p>\n

Orange County, FL<\/strong> \u2013 Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings launched the 2024 Orange County Mayor’s Holiday Toy Drive<\/a><\/strong>. Now in its 14th<\/sup> year, the toy drive has collected more than 86,000 toys and gifts directly benefiting local youth. Last year, the generous residents of Orange County donated 11,566 toys and served nearly 1,900 children, which was the toy drive’s biggest impact yet.<\/p>\n

“Every toy donated to our toy drive goes directly to an Orange County family that needs support this holiday season,” said Mayor Demings. “By contributing, you’re not just giving a gift; you’re creating hope and spreading kindness. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most.”<\/p>\n

Donations support Orange County youth and family agencies, including the Orange County Neighborhood Centers for Families<\/a>, Wraparound Orange,\u00a0 Orange County Public Schools Kids\u2019 Closet<\/a> and local nonprofit organizations.<\/p>\n

Residents can conveniently donate online or drop new, unwrapped items at one of 37 locations around the county. Here are details on how to participate:<\/p>\n

SHOP ONLINE<\/a><\/strong>: <\/strong>Purchase a gift online from our virtual toy store by Tuesday, December 3, 2024. All purchases will be shipped directly to our holiday warehouse.<\/p>\n

DONATE IN PERSON<\/a>:<\/strong> Drop off your new, unwrapped toy donations by Monday, December 9, 2024. Find a location near you by using our\u00a0interactive map<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The toy drive serves youth from infants through teens. Cash, gift cards, and plush toys are not accepted<\/u>. Please include extra items where appropriate\u2014for example, batteries with electronic toys or crayons with a coloring book.<\/p>\n

For more information, including a complete list of drop-off locations and the link to shop online, please visit www.ocfl.net\/ToyDrive<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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