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Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters seek donations for annual toy drive

Posted at 3:52 PM, Oct 31, 2019
and last updated 2019-10-31 15:53:15-04

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Lexington’s Fraternal Order of Firefighters hopes that supporters can help make the holidays brighter for hundreds of Lexington kids by donating to the 88th Annual Firefighter Toy Program.

Last year’s Toy Program served more than 2,200 children, and firefighters have set a goal to provide toys to at least as many children this year.

Donations from individuals, churches, community and civic groups, and local businesses keep the program running, and will be accepted at all Lexington fire stations.

Toys such as dolls, bikes, balls, action figures, games, etc. will be accepted for children 12 and under.

All toys should be new & unwrapped.

Applications for children to receive toys from the Firefighter Toy Program will begin on Monday, Nov. 4. Applicants must apply in person at 3180 Richmond Road (formerly Walmart) during the following dates & times:

November 4 – November 21

Monday - Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Friday – Sunday: Closed