The Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (EMTA) is hosting its 6th annual Stuff the Bus toy drive to benefit Toys for Tots on Friday, December 1. 

The event will be held at the Millcreek Mall Plaza in the parking area near Primanti Brothers from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

The EMTA said they are accepting donations of new, unwrapped, nonviolent toys. All donations will directly benefit Toys for Tots of Erie County. 

Additionally, the EMTA said those who donate may also receive tickets to the Erie Otters while supplies last. 

Donations can also be dropped off to the EMTA administration office from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday until November 30. 

According to the EMTA, the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots of Erie County distributed 20,266 toys and supported 6,112 children during the 2022 holiday season. 

More information on Toys for Tots can be found here.