By Kalin Krohe, Panhandle Post
The 2020 holiday season is upon us. The Chadron Police Department is preparing for the annual “Shop with a Cop” program.
All donations during the "Shop with a Cop' program are used to purchase food, clothing, and gifts for less fortunate children within the Chadron community.
Officers take children shopping to get things needed as well as a few things they want.
"It is also a great way for the officers and children to get to know each other," said Tim Lordino, Chadron Police Chief. "The experiences have been a fun and exciting time for both the children and the officers."
The Chadron Police Department said to look for donation containers near the registers of businesses in town.
Donations can also be brought in or mailed to the Chadron Police Department at 125 Main Street, Chadron, Ne 69337.
You may also bring donations directly to First National Bank of Omaha. Let the bank teller know you wish for the donation to go to the “Shop with a Cop” program.
"Remember a little change can make a big difference," Lordino added. "The Chadron Police Department would like to give a great 'Thank You' to the generous citizens and businesses for their years of support with this program. Over the years, community and business donations have allowed us to help hundreds of children through the Chadron Public School system. We hope to continue this tradition and help many more children in the years to come. May everyone have a wonderful holiday season."
For questions contact Officer Derek Bauer at 308-432-0510.