By News Now Georgia
Bulloch County families seeking Toys for Tots gifts for children must submit applications by 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4. The Statesboro Jaycees are working with local Toys for Tots Coordinator Willie Haynes on applications, toy collection and organization, and distribution to eligible families before Christmas.
To qualify, a child must be 16 or younger and live with the parent or legal guardian applying. Total monthly household income cannot exceed $2,000; the calculation includes listed benefits and other income. Families that received assistance for at least the past two years may be denied.
Applications can be picked up and returned at the Outreach Center Classroom, Suite 1800, 515 Denmark Street, Statesboro, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 23–25, Nov. 27–28, Nov. 30–Dec. 1, and Dec. 3–4.
Applicants must provide copies of identification, address and income verification, applicable benefit verification, and each child’s birth certificate or proof of legal guardianship. Incomplete applications will be denied, and the center cannot make copies.
Approved applicants will be notified by telephone on or after Dec. 4. Toy distribution is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 19; families will receive the pickup time and location upon approval. A parent or legal guardian must attend pickup and bring the same photo identification submitted with the application.
Businesses interested in hosting a collection box can contact the Jaycees by email or through a local Jaycee member. Donated toys will be picked up on or before Dec. 11.
Yolonda Harris
News Now Georgia
