Minersville police are collecting Christmas gifts for a local mother and her three children, who will spend the holiday together under one roof for the first time in several years.
The mother is facing serious financial hardship and can’t afford gifts for her children this year, according to Minersville Police Chief Jeffrey Bowers.
Police are asking residents, businesses, and organizations to donate new, unwrapped toys, gifts, and clothing for the three children: a 12-year-old girl, a 9-year-old boy, and a 7-year-old girl.
Donations can be dropped off around the clock at police headquarters, 15 N. Delaware Ave., from Friday, Nov. 13, through Friday, Dec. 18.
“Christmas has always been such an important time for my family, and if we can help bring that feeling to another less fortunate family, I am happy to help,” Bowers said. “I truly believe that it is very important that every child get to experience the magic of Christmas.”
Bowers said no donation is too small. “I think that if we can all help as a community, regardless of the amount, then we are doing our part,” he said.
Bowers and his officers thanked the community in advance for its generosity.
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