Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue (TMFR), partners with the Truckee Meadows Firefighter Foundation and the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 2487 is supporting children for the holidays.
For their first annual toy drive, their benefiting Renown Children's Hospital, and other local organizations.
Starting now through December 15, people can drop-off toys between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
TMFR says plush toys can't be accepted, and to consider gift cards for teen aged children.
For a full list of drop-off locations and more information visit, the TMFR website.
There will also be several parades with a decorated engine with Santa Claus joining to bring attention to the Toy Drive. The parade will also include other first responder vehicles, according to TMFR.
Each parade will begin at 6:00 p.m. concluding at approximately 8:00 p.m.
Below are the routes:
- San Valley - Dec. 11
- Cold Springs - Dec. 12
- Spanish Springs - Dec. 13
- South Reno - Dec. 14
- Verdi/Mogul - Dec. 15
Residents can drop off a donated, unwrapped toy or gift card and visit each station after the parade for hot chocolate and a chance to meet with Firefighters until 8 p.m., according to TMFR.
(TMFR contributed to this story.)
