Bloomingdale PBA Local 354 Kicks Off Holiday Clothing, Toy Drive

BLOOMINGDALE, N.J.– Bloomingdale PBA Local 354 is collecting clothes and toys for its annual holiday drive.

"Our members often come into contact with residents who have fallen on hard times and Local
354 looks forward to assisting as many as possible during the holiday season," Sgt. Michael Boffa said.

Local 354 will purchase clothing and toys "to help ease the burden on parents and guardians," Boffa said.

Over the past four years, the PBA has provided for 23 local families and over 56 children, according to the sergeant.

"The members of Local 354 have again pledged a significant financial contribution to assist in this effort," Boffa said.

Local 354 is asking for assistance from residents as well.

The organization will compile a list of needs and wishes "and fill as many as possible," according to Boffa.

Financial contributions are requested by Dec. 19.

Donations can be left at police headquarters, Boffa said.

"Because a significant amount of specific requests are made each year, we request financial support to purchase those specific items requested by the parents/guardians," he added.

Checks can be made payable to Bloomingdale Local 354 Toy Drive and cash donations will be accepted at headquarters from 8 a.m. until midnight, according to Boffa.

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