The Pennsylvania East Chapter of the Bearded Villains conducted its inaugural Toys for Tots drive on Dec. 2, which was hosted by Home Comfort Solutions in Lehighton.

The Bearded Villains are a brotherhood of bearded gentlemen dedicated to the betterment of mankind through fraternity, charity, and kindness.

The chapter has 16 members throughout eastern Pennsylvania.

The group’s inspiration to hold a toy drive benefiting Toys for Tots came from achapter member, whose childhood Christmas was made possible by the organization.

The goal is to hold this toy drive annually and continue to find ways to make a positive impact in our communities. If anyone is interested in finding out more about our organization or donating to this, or one of our other charitable endeavors, reach the group at its Instagram page @bvpennsylvania.east or Facebook page BV Pennsylvania East.