Lexington’s Fraternal Order of Firefighters (FOF) is asking residents to help make the holidays brighter for hundreds of Lexington kids by donating to the 92nd Annual Toy Program.
Last year’s Toy Program served more than 2,000 children, and the FOF is committed to making this year's program just as successful.
“Our mission as firefighters is to serve the needs of Lexington. The Toy Program is another way to give back to our community and make sure that families have a little extra joy this holiday season,” said Firefighter and FOF President Chris MacFarlane. “The success of the toy program is truly a combined effort. Without our community donating their time, money, and toys to our program, we would not be able to do this.”
Toy donations from individuals, churches, community and civic groups and local businesses keep the program running and will be accepted at all Lexington fire stations. We also have an Amazon wish list that you can shop from the comfort of your home, which ships toys directly to our North Pole. Just visit our website for the QR code to access the wish list. Various toys such as dolls, balls, action figures and games will be accepted for boys and girls ages birth through 17 years old. All toys should be new and unwrapped. We are also in need of new and used bicycles this year.
Sign-ups begin Nov. 7 and run until Nov. 15 at 3475 Blazer Pkwy. on the 2nd floor. The giveaway day is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 17.
Application requirements:
- The applicant must be the legal guardian or parent of the child.
- The applicant must have a valid and current ID.
- The applicant must have proof of residence in Fayette County with the same address as their license or ID in the form of a Lex Serve, KU or Kentucky American Water type bill.
- The applicant must have each child’s birth certificate or guardianship papers. Social Security cards will NOT work and are not needed.
- The child must be between the ages of birth to 17 years old.
- Everyone must sign up in person and cannot have signed up for assistance from any other organization.
For more information, contact the FOF at (859) 523-9576, or visit lfdfof.org or the Lexington Fraternal Order of Firefighters on Facebook.
