Toys for Tots reaches out to needy families

The Gun Barrel City Toys for Tots will be accepting Christmas applications for families in need through Dec. 12.

Applications can be filled out Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to noon or 1 p.m. to 3 p.m, at Gun Barrel City Hall located on Main Street.

Eligible families include residents of Gun Barrel City, Mabank, Seven Points, Payne Springs and Tool. All applications must have child’s social security card, birth certificate and the child must be currently living with the person applying. The person applying must have proof of residency in the form of a utility bill, driver’s license and proof of income.

All applicants must complete an application on or by December 12, no later than 3 p.m. to be considered.

Please visit us between the dates listed above if you have any further questions or contact the Toys for Tots president Jane Horton at 903-887-1289.

Author: David Webb

David Webb is a veteran journalist who has written for the mainstream and alternative media for three decades. He is now a freelancer who lives in the Cedar Creek Lake area.