COLUMBUS — Ohio’s Toys for Tots program and Ohio’s gas and oil industry are again joining forces to give the gift of generosity this holiday season to less fortunate families with three drop-off locations set in Columbiana County.

“I have enjoyed partnering with Ohio’s oil and gas industry these last 10 years because these companies and their people have giving hearts and have been an equal partner with the Foundation and we could not do what we do without them,” Toys for Tots Coordinator Deb Oberlin said.

New, unwrapped toys can be dropped off from 3 to 5 p.m. at the St. Jude’s Women’s Guild, (180 7th St., Columbiana) on Dec. 11 , Stadium Motors (214 W. State St., Salem) on Dec. 12 from 3 to 5 p.m. and Westgate Middle School (810 W. 8th St., East Liverpool).

Those in need who wish to sign up can register online at toysfortotsohio.com by clicking on the “Request a Toy” section at the top of the page and following the prompts. Forms must be submitted by Dec. 1 to be included in the program.

The U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program dates back to 1947. Toy collection takes place October, November and December each year, and those toys are distributed as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the community in which the campaign is conducted. The organization has helped countless families over the years.

This is the 11th-straight year that gas and oil companies throughout the state have teamed up with the charity.

“While Christmas is the best day of the year for some of us, unfortunately for far too many it is not, and it reminds them that perhaps they don’t have anyone to spend the day with or find it hard to deliver on a promise to their children for that special toy,” said Mike Chadsey, Deputy Coordinator for Toys for Tots and Director of External Affairs for the Ohio Oil & Gas Association. “That is what makes this effort so special for those of us who work in this great industry, because we believe to whom much is given, much is expected. Not only is this our pleasure, but we believe it’s also our responsibility.”

For any other questions please contact Oberlin at ohtoysfortots@gmail.com or 330-418-2330. Information is also available at the Ohio Toys for Tots Facebook page.