Toy Drives In Livermore: How To Make The Holidays Merry For Everyone

LIVERMORE, CA — While you’re checking off holiday gifts for family members, don’t forget the kids who aren’t on anyone’s shopping list, and pick up some items for toy drives in Livermore.

While most toy drives in the Tri-Valley are no longer accepting toys as of Monday, there are still a few ways to get involved.

Besides dropping off new, unwrapped toys at several drop-off locations, people who want to support the campaign can also donate online. You can also purchase toys through an Amazon Wishlist, or start your own via Joey’s Toy Drive, a San Jose nonprofit.

Here’s what you need to know in and around Livermore:

• Alameda County Fire Department stations are collecting donations through Dec. 24, including Station #16, 17, 18, and the ACFD Administration building in Dublin.
• East Bay Regional Park District is hosting a toy drive and coat drive until Tuesday, Dec. 16
• The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a toy drive until Tuesday, Dec. 16 and accepting donations in Dublin.
• “Adopt-a-Family” with the Bay Area Crisis Nursery until Wednesday, Dec. 17
• San Ramon City Hall, San Ramon Community Center, and Alcosta Senior and Community Center are accepting Toys for Tots donations through Tuesday, Dec. 16.
• Jewish Family & Community Services is seeking new and used toys for children aged 3-10.
• Toys for Tots Concord is accepting toys through Friday, Dec. 19
• Toys for Tots Alameda is accepting toys through Monday, Dec. 22.