Toys for Tots campaign wraps up, over $8,000 in cash raised

The Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), in partnership with the Salvation Army, completed the annual Toys For Tots three week event this past weekend.

Over the past three weekends, Dufferin OPP collected a mountain of toys, $6,827 in cash and $1,400 in gifts cards, which are being distributed to those in need. 

Dufferin OPP said the campaign was a huge success due to the generosity of the local community. Donations will be distributed locally to those in need through the Salvation Army.

“Thank you to Pastor Roger Barrows from the Salvation Army for allowing us to assist with this initiative,” said Dufferin OPP in a recent press release. 

“Thank you to Scott Reinhart of Scott Reinhart Trailer Sales for allowing us the use of his personal trailer to make it possible for us to collect the toys. A huge thanks to Walmart for allowing us to set up outside of their store. Most importantly, thank you to the generous souls that live in Dufferin County who donated so selflessly to such a worthy cause. Many children and teenager's lives will be touched by your generous spirit this Christmas.”