Jefferson County Toys for Tots gets largest shipment of season
Jefferson County Toys for Tots received a 12-pallet shipment from the national foundation as its local campaign begins, while public donations are still being sought.
By Jessica Hale, ClickNNY North Country Desk
Jefferson County Toys for Tots has received a 12-pallet shipment of toys from the national foundation as the local campaign begins its season. The organization described the shipment as its largest donation of the year, saying it will help meet requests from families across Jefferson County.
The most requested items are Legos, Spider-Man toys and dolls. The campaign is still seeking monetary and toy donations from the public.
Donors can use the Jefferson County Toys for Tots website to find a drop-off location and other donation options. Checks may also be mailed to PO Box 225, Watertown, NY 13601.
The local campaign site says applications for the 2026 season opened Sept. 1. Families can apply through the local campaign website or the national Toys for Tots app. The local campaign site also reports that 9,060 toys were distributed and 3,050 children were supported in 2025.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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