The Venice Police Department Blue Santa toy collection is underway through Dec. 18.

Help ensure that local children in need have a special Christmas. The goal is to help 100 families with toys and food.

Drop boxes for anyone wishing to donate a new, unwrapped toy can be found at the locations listed below:

  • Venice Police Department
  • Venice City Hall
  • American Imports
  • Driftwood Kennel
  • Made In Italy
  • Sharky’s on the Pier and Snook Haven
  • Dockside Waterfront Grill
  • Gemini Apparel
  • Venice Yacht Club
  • Venice Performing Arts Center

 

In lieu of a toy, financial donations may be made at the Venice Police Department payable to “City of Venice” in care of Blue Santa.

Thank you in advance to our generous community!

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Photo: VPD Master Police Officer Paul Joyce, Police Officer Brett Woodworth and Police Officer Josh Brooks at the City Hall Blue Santa dropoff boxes Monday (11/25) with toys that have been generously donated by the community for this annual program.