• The American Legion Post 289 Auxiliary is collected for new unwrapped toys for children from infants through teens until Dec. 10. Donations may be dropped off at the post, Walgreens, DeMarco’s Pizzeria and Mountain Lakes Auto Wash.
• The West Milford Elks are collecting new unwrapped toys until Dec. 16 at J&S Roadhouse, 17 Wooley Road.
• Buccieri’s Gems & Jewelry is holding its 18th annual holiday gift collection for Strengthen Our Sisters, a nonprofit shelter serving homeless or battered women and their children. New, unwrapped gifts for the women and children may be dropped off at the store, 5669 Berkshire Valley Road, Oak Ridge, through Dec. 20. For information, call Kathy or Matt at 973-208-6880.
• With the holidays approaching, there is a great need for donations to local food pantries.
Nonperishable food items may be dropped off at the Recreation Center, 66 Cahill Cross Road. The drop box is in the foyer.
No expired food products, fresh food, or food that needs to be frozen or refrigerated or that has been previously frozen can be accepted.