The Washington County Board of County Commissioners voted to donate $1,000 from the commissioners’ contingency fund to the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program in Hagerstown.

Kathleen, the local Toys for Tots coordinator, briefed the board on the program’s operations and needs. She said the program has served the county for about three decades and that last year it helped roughly 4,400 children through family applications and agency referrals. Kathleen said in‑kind toy donations were down this year but volunteers and community contributions help fill gaps; distribution is scheduled for Dec. 13 at the outlets.

During the meeting Speaker 5 proposed the $1,000 donation to offset shortfalls; staff clarified that using commissioners’ contingency requires a formal vote. Speaker 5 moved the donation and Speaker 4 seconded; the motion passed by voice vote.

The board also presented a certificate of recognition to the Toys for Tots coordinator and encouraged residents to volunteer and donate.

The donation will be charged to the commissioners’ contingency fund and was approved by a board vote during the meeting.