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Edina Police and Fire Departments again collecting toys for less fortunate

Edina, Minn., Nov. 19, 2009 –Edina’s police officers and firefighters are once again seeking donations of toys, books, games and winter clothing for the Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People (VEAP) Holiday Gift Store. The Edina Police Station located at 4801 W. 50th St., and Fire Station No. 1 located at 6250 Tracy Ave., will once again serve as collection sites for residents interested in making a donation.

All donations should be new, unwrapped, and valued under $20. VEAP is currently in need of winter clothing such as hats, gloves, scarves and blankets for all ages; toys for toddlers and games, books or puzzles for children up to age 18. Gift cards from local retailers up to $15 are also in high demand.

Donations will be collected through Friday, Dec. 18. The VEAP Holiday Store is designed to help financially struggling parents provide a stable and positive holiday experience for their children.

For more information, visit www.veapvolunteers.org, call the Edina Fire Department at 952-826-0330 or Police Department at 952-826-1610.