EMTA TO HOLD NINTH ANNUAL ‘STUFF THE BUS’ TOY DRIVE
ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA- The Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority is hosting its 9th annual “Stuff the Bus” toy drive to benefit Toys for Tots of Erie County, Pennsylvania on Friday, December 4th, 2026 from 11AM until 7PM at the Millcreek Mall Plaza in the parking area near Primanti Brothers.
“Every year our community shows just how much it cares about making the holidays brighter for local children,” said Sarah Morrison, Director of Marketing and Public Relations at EMTA. “We’re proud to continue this tradition and grateful to everyone who helps us ‘Stuff the Bus’ with toys and bring a little extra joy to families throughout Erie County.”
The EMTA encourages supporters to donate new, unwrapped, nonviolent toys. All donations will directly benefit Toys for Tots of Erie County. iHeartMedia will also support the event with live updates and music throughout the day. Those who donate may also receive ticket vouchers to an Erie Otters regular season home game while supplies last.
A Bayliner Trolley will be stationed at the Millcreek Mall Plaza near Primanti Brothers to collect donations throughout the event. Those who wish to contribute before the event can also drop off toys at the EMTA Administration Office, located at 127 East 14th Street, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., November 2 through December 3.
The Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots of Erie County distributed 8,018 toys and supported 7,731 children in the 2025 holiday season. Community wide efforts like Stuff the Bus and other toy drives help to make the holidays special for children throughout the Erie area. Learn more about Toys for Tots of Erie County collection and distribution at erie-pa.toysfortots.org