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Donations received for Operation Toy Box

American Legion Byron Cox Post 72 Commander Bonita Clement hands a donation to Operation Toy Box chair Gary Behling of Crawfordsville Kiwanis. 
Photo courtesy Crawfordsville Kiwanis

The local Kiwanians report that Operation Toy Box is in full swing this year. So far, the drive has accepted donations from numerous organizations to supplement the toys collected during their annual campaign. These donations are used to ensure that Operation Toy Box has the proper toys for all ages of children.

The Kiwanians reported that they want to thank the following organizations for their generous support:

  • Byron Cox American Legion Post # 72
  • Bowman-Cohee Construction
  • Crawfordsville Sew & Vac
  • Etter Ford
  • Henthorn, Harris & Weliever
  • PRKD Properties
  • Safe Hiring Solutions
  • Yund Outdoor Landscaping
  • Joshi Pediatrics
  • Roger & Becky Dice
  • Second Monday Bridge Group

This is the 28th year that Operation Toy Box is collecting toys for needy families in the Montgomery County area. Toys can be dropped off at more than 20 locations in Montgomery County that display an Operation Toy Box collection site sign, including The Paper of Montgomery County at 127 E, Main St.

Operation Toy Box was developed by Gloria and Dave Long is to provide that “one new toy under the tree” for area children.