Anoka Times

The City of Anoka is collecting Toys for Joy this year to help children whose families cannot afford to give them presents for the holidays.

"Make a child smile this holiday season. Please consider donating a new, unwrapped toy for infants through teens to the Toys for Joy program," the city said in a press release from its website. 

The Anoka Employees Club is collecting toy donations for children. The deadline to turn in donations is Friday, Dec. 11.

"The Anoka Employees Club is collecting donations now through Friday, Dec. 11 at Anoka City Hall, 2015 First Ave. during regular business hours," the city said in its press release. "The collection box is in the main lobby. We thank you for your consideration."

More information on the program can be found at https://www.toysforjoymn.com/.

"Toys for Joy is a 501(c)(3) Charitable Program that was founded in 1986 by the North Metro Realtor® Association. The Toys for Joy program assists families in the Anoka County area that are in need during the holiday season. We assist those families that may otherwise be unable to provide gifts and meals to their children," the group said on its website.