Salvation Army gives out Christmas toys to needy families

FARGO — The Fargo-Moorhead Salvation Army is holding it’s annual Christmas toy drive, helping to give families in need a happy holidays.

Families had to preregister with the Salvation Army by December 5 to take part in the toy shop.

Each child receives one large and one small gift, as well stocking stuffers.

Many of the toys were received by the Salvation Army through its Angel Tree campaign.

There were also puzzles and games available that the Salvation Army hopes will bring families together with activities during the holidays.

“It’s okay to receive a toy, but it’s nice to have a family activity to come home together,” said Salvation Army Major Abe Tamayo. “A reading of a book to a child, the playing of a game, puzzling together, all those types of things that create better family unity. And the Christmas season is all about family.”

The Salvation Army says that the toy shop help give toys to nearly 500 area families, and that no child should go without gifts this time of year.