This holiday season will be a little brighter for hundreds of area children thanks to a massive Marine Corps Toys for Tots collection drive at the Meadowlands Racetrack.
Hundreds of toys were collected from November 1 through December 14 and nearly $2,000 in cash was donated.
For the second year in a row, the Meadowlands Racetrack teamed up with NY Jets wide receiver Quincy Enunwa to donate all the collected toys to Harlem Grown.
Tina Cervasio emceed the event and special guest, 2020 Miss New Jersey USA, Gina Mellish helped with the night’s prize drawings.
“It was great partnering with Quincy Enunwa and Harlem Grown again this year,” said Jason M. Settlemoir, GM/COO of Meadowlands Racing and Entertainment. “This cause is near and dear to my heart and our toy drive exceeded my expectations. This charity event will be a mainstay on our December events calendar for years to come.”
Harlem Grown is a charitable organization in Harlem whose mission is to inspire youth to lead healthy and ambitious lives through mentorship and hands-on education in urban farming, sustainability, and nutrition. For additional information, please visit harlemgrown.org.
(Meadowlands Racetrack)