12/6/12 - Local residents are being encouraged to help fill a Salvation Army truck this weekend during a drive that aims to fulfill the wishes of local families by providing them with toys and warm coats this holiday season. Volunteers with the Salvation Army of Livingston County will hand out wish lists to customers as they enter Walmart stores this Saturday and then drop the toys and coats into bins located outside of all locations. Salvation Army trucks will also be parked outside to collect the purchased items. The stores host the Salvation Armyâs red kettles and bell ringers up until Monday, December 24th. All donations stay in the community and help the non-profit provide food, clothing, shelter, financial assistance and other services to those in need all year long. Last year, it distributed tens of thousands of coats and toys to children in need and the âFill the Truckâ event will enable the Salvation Army to help even more families than in the past. The toy and coat drive will take place at all Walmart locations this Saturday only from 9am to 5pm. (JM)
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