12/24/13 - Although many local families are still struggling to provide the basics, theyâll likely have some peace knowing that their children will be able to open up gifts on Christmas morning. A longtime partnership between Toys for Tots and the Salvation Army of Livingston County provides Christmas assistance and toys collected at a variety of locations to families in need. Local Corps Officer Lieutenant Tim Perkins says the distribution events went well, including the opportunities for emergency assistance at the âtoy storeâ in Howell Monday. It will again be open until 3pm Christmas Eve for those who didnât get a chance to sign up or perhaps find them in a last minute need situation. The âtoy shopâ is located in the former Fashion Bug store at 3591 East Grand River in Howell. Those looking to receive assistance must bring proof of current Livingston County residency and current proof of custody for each child in the household. Perkins tells WHMI the generosity of the community was also again felt during this yearâs annual Red Kettle Campaign and although final numbers aren't known yet, a big thank you is owed to the community. A goal of $200,000 was established for this yearâs Christmas campaign and in addition to the iconic Red Kettle; the Salvation Army was also embracing new technologies to help support it through the use of virtual red kettles that individuals, groups and businesses could host online. (JM)
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