GIFFORD — Think about the toy you really, really wanted for Christmas. What about the toy that you played with daily, took everywhere you went, even slept with? Contribute to great childhood memories by donating a new toy or game to the Gifford Youth Activity Center.
The toy collection for the annual Gifford Youth Activity Center Christmas Exchange is now in progress. Each year the Activity Center collects toys for children ages 6 to 18.
For many GYAC children, these toys are the only Christmas gifts they will receive. You can help by bringing unwrapped new toys or your tax deductible donation to Gifford Youth Activity Center before Dec. 19.
The center is located at 4875 43rd Ave. in Vero Beach. Donations can be dropped off on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Gifts will be wrapped and sorted according to age by staff and volunteers. Presents will be distributed to the children at the GYAC Christmas event.
If your neighborhood or service club would like to have toys picked up, please call GYAC at (772) 794-1005 to arrange it.
The Gifford Youth Activity Center is a United Way Agency and 501(C)3 nonprofit organization offering a comprehensive after school program to students K-12.
Teachers provide structured, daily homework assistance, tutoring, educational enrichment, and encouragement. In the later afternoon, students enjoy cultural and recreational activities.
