Firefighters collecting toys and donations for Coshocton County families

Toy Chest program aims to brighten Christmas morning for local children with community contributions of gifts and supplies

Published November 11, 2025 - 5:00 a.m.

The Coshocton County Firefighter's Association Toy Chest is accepting new unwrapped toys, wrapping paper, Scotch tape or monetary donations to help Coshocton County families in need for Christmas this year. Help make a child smile on Christmas morning.

Toy donations can be dropped off at Coshocton Fire Department or Walhonding Valley Fire District. Monetary donations may be mailed to Coshocton County Firefighter's Association Toy Chest, P.O. Box 133, Coshocton, OH 43812.

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