Ocala Fire Rescue stations are serving as collection sites for food, toiletries, baby items and toys to benefit local charities. Donations will be accepted through Friday, Dec. 11.
As the holiday season approaches, the needs of those struggling to make ends meet become more evident. Given the hardships experienced by many due to COVID-19, this year Ocala Fire Rescue is accepting donations a little earlier.
Below is a list of donations that will be accepted and addresses to stations where donations can be dropped off.
Accepted Items:
- Canned items (meats, fruits, vegetables, soup)
- Dry goods (pasta, rice, dried beans, cereal)
- Other non-perishables (fruit cups, juice boxes, peanut butter, crackers)
- Toiletries (soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes)
- Baby items (baby food, diapers, wipes)
- New, unwrapped toys in original packaging.
Drop-off locations:
- Station #1 – 505 NW MLK Jr. Ave.
- Station #2 – 2701 SE 36th Ave.
- Station #3 – 320 NE Eighth Ave.
- Station #4 – 3300 SW 20th St.
- Station #5 – 2340 NE 25th Ave.
- Station #6 – 5220 SW 50th Ct.
- Station #7 – 885 SE 31st St.
For information on the holiday donation drive, please call Ocala Fire Rescue’s administration office at (352) 629-8306.