SFFD Toy Program: A Benefit for the Children of San Francisco

You may have seen the posting for the Oakland Fire Department Toy Drive that BABS has had for the last 2 years - and if you've signed up to attend - thanks! If you live or work in SF or Marin county and Oakland is not easily accessible, I invite you to join me at our 5th Annual San Francisco Toy Drive in December. 2009 marks the 60th Anniversary of the San Francisco FirefighterÂÂ's Toy Program, the cityÂÂ's largest and the nationÂÂ's oldest program of its kind. Since 1949, the charity has evolved from a few firefighters repairing broken toys and bikes to over 300 firefighters and friends volunteering their time to distribute over 200,000 toys to more than 40,000 disadvantaged children throughout San Francisco. This year, Rogue is offering a great incentive when you arrive with an unwrapped toy: Bring an unwrapped toy for a boy or girl (16 and under) and receive a FREE PINT from a choice of over 40+ beers or ales on tap. Rogue will also serve a selection of appetizers and other hot and cold goodies. The Fire Department will be on hand with their Holiday Fire Truck, barrels and bags to collect the toys and firefighters, paramedics and other personnel to greet people during the party. Please stop by after work, join us for a beer, have a bite to eat and bring in the holiday season. This is a great way to bring in the holiday spirit by giving to those less fortunate. I hope youÂÂ'll join us. Cheers, Cliff