By: Yuritza Arroyo
Essex County Sherrif and Sheriff’s Officers today delivered hundreds of toys and new and like-new coats to over 35 schools, churches, battered women’s shelters, and homeless shelters located throughout Essex County as part of the Essex County Sheriff’s Annual Toy and Coat Drive, which has been happening for over 30 years according to officials.
Sheriff Fontoura said, “Times are tough for many families, some of whom don’t have the finances available to buy gifts for their children for the holidays or winter coats for their families.
Our Annual Toy and Coat Drive ensures that hundreds of children receive gifts from Santa Claus each year and that they and their families are warm during the winter months.”
Throughout December, the Sheriff’s Officers, deputies, and civilian staff collected new toys and new and like-new coats for distribution to disadvantaged children and their families.
“I am grateful for the boundless generosity of the members of our department,” said Sheriff Fontoura.
“Their participation in this meaningful initiative shows just how thoughtful, kind and caring they are about their neighbors.”
