Oshkosh Fire Department holds city-wide food and toy drive

OSHKOSH, WI- (WISS) –  For over a quarter of a century, The Oshkosh Fire Department has held a food and toy drive at this time of year. The 26th annual drive is underway. 

Each fire station is collecting non-perishable food items, new, unwrapped gifts, wrapping paper/tape, and cash donations. Additionally, an antique firetruck will travel through different parts of the city to collect donations and spread cheer.

In 2023, the fire department collected over 5,000 pounds of food, 2,000 toys, and $3,500 in cash donations.

The cash donations go to the Gary Kassube Scholarship Program to fund two graduating Oshkosh seniors enrolled in police or fire science programs.

Check out the Oshkosh Fire Department Food and Toy Drive Facebook page for the exact routes and more information.