West Palm Beach, FL – The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is hosting its Annual Fallen Officer Toy Drive and BBQ today, offering residents an opportunity to support children of fallen law enforcement officers during the holiday season.
According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, the event runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today, Thursday, December 4, at Lake Lytal Park on Gun Club Road in West Palm Beach. Deputies say the drive helps ensure families who have lost a parent in the line of duty receive gifts, support, and recognition as the holidays approach.
The sheriff’s office said community members can participate by bringing a new, unwrapped toy to the BBQ or by donating online. The agency emphasized that all proceeds and gifts will go directly to the children of fallen officers across the country.
Residents who cannot attend in person were encouraged to drop toys off before December 3 at the PBCPBA Hall or contribute monetary donations through the 9463 Foundation. Checks may also be made payable to either The 9463 Foundation or The Police Family Survivor’s Fund, according to organizers.
The event also features a community BBQ, provided by the Police Benevolent Association, as a way for residents and deputies to connect while supporting a shared cause.
Local law enforcement officials say the annual toy drive “helps ensure that the children of our fallen brothers and sisters in law enforcement are never forgotten, especially during the holidays.”
Community members wishing to learn more or donate can visit sgtchrisreyka.com or afp-cc.org.
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