Toys for Tots back for another year, helping children receive toys for Christmas

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots Program is giving back to Buchanan County.

The local Buchanan County chapter is seeking toy donations to distribute to children for Christmas.

Vietnam Veteran and Program Coordinator Don Crigger explains what donations the program is looking for.

"The main thing that they want is toys from seven dollars to fifteen dollars, unwrapped, brand new toys," said Crigger.

Last year, 2,803 toys were distributed to 1,851 kids locally. Toys can be donated around Buchanan County at toy drop sites until Dec. 8.

One toy drop-off site can be found at News-Press NOW, located at 805 Edmond St. Those who wish to donate can visit News-Press NOW between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

To donate or to set up a drop site, visit the Buchanan County Toys for Tots website.