STAUNTON, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office will be on hand for a Christmas Toy Drive coming next week to the Staunton-area.

According to Sheriff Donald Smith, EZ Dumpster Service will host the drive next Friday, December 5, with deputies ready to unload donated toys throughout the event.

Items collected will support the Salvation Army’s efforts to provide Christmas gifts for local children and families in need.

Food will also be available throughout the event from area food trucks.

Toy donations will be accepted December 5th from 9 to 3 at the Old Staunton Mall parking lot.