OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - A toy drive in Oshkosh that’s been going strong for 10 years is now receiving some new support from the community.

That’s because an original supporter has backed out this year, catching organizers by surprise.

For the owner and supporters of Pete’s Garage Bar in Oshkosh, finding out that the Wisconsin National Guard will no longer be a part of Pete’s Toy Drive inspired others to give back.

“The first thing for me when I was the post is, how can I help and how can we use the connections we have in the community,” Brian Ollech, a supporter, said.

Action 2 News’ Jamal James reached out to the branch, and it responded with the following statement:

“First and foremost, we want to thank everyone who has expressed support for the Wisconsin National Guard’s involvement

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