ASHWAUBENON, WI (WTAQ) – The Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay wrapped up its Christmas Assistance Distribution on Wednesday.
The 2 day event took place at Shopko Hall in Ashwaubenon and ensured that thousands of kids in the area will have something to open up on Sunday morning.
Spokesperson Kathryn Kroll says the kindness of the community this year was truly overwhelming.
“This year we were able to help over 1,800 families thanks for the generosity of everyone in our community that donated to the cause.”
A total of 4,774 children are ensured to have gifts under the tree on December 25.
Kroll says this year they had a large donation of bikes that were the big ticket item.
“We are so grateful to everyone that donated and so grateful to all the volunteers that helped us out these last couple of days to make this happen,” said Kroll.
Kids were able to receive 3 gifts, instead of the normal 2, due to the abundance of donations.
