Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, November 9, 2026 — Saratoga County Sheriff Jeffrey R. Brown has announced that Paul O’Keefe, a Korean War veteran, will serve as the grand marshal for the upcoming 13th annual Toys for Tots Convoy. The event is slated to take place on November 15.

Paul O’Keefe is set to reprise his role as the distinguished grand marshal for the 13th iteration of the Toys for Tots Convoy. This annual event, organized to support the Toys for Tots program, aims to collect and distribute toys to children in need. The announcement was made by Sheriff Jeffrey R. Brown of Saratoga County.

The convoy is scheduled to occur on November 15. This year marks the 13th year the event has been held, highlighting its long-standing tradition within the community. The specific details regarding the route, starting point, or conclusion of the convoy were not provided in the announcement.

Paul O’Keefe’s participation as grand marshal underscores the event’s connection to military service and community dedication. As a Korean War veteran, his involvement is intended to honor his service and the broader contributions of veterans to society. It is not specified if this is O’Keefe’s first time serving as grand marshal, though the announcement states he will “reprise” his role, indicating prior participation.

The Toys for Tots program is a national initiative run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, which distributes toys to underprivileged children during the Christmas holiday season. The annual convoy in Saratoga County is a local effort to contribute to this larger mission. Further information regarding participation, donation points, or volunteer opportunities for the 13th annual Toys for Tots Convoy was not made available at the time of this announcement.


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