By Kalin Krohe, Panhandle Post
The 2021 Holiday season is upon us, which means the Chadron Police Department is gearing up for the 17th annual “Shop with a Cop” program.
All donations raised during the program are used to purchase food, clothing and gifts for less fortunate children within the Chadron community.
Chadron officers take children shopping to get things needed as well as a few things that they've been wanting for the holidays.
"It is also a great way for the officers and children to get to know each other," Chadron Police Chief Rick Hickstein said. "The experiences have been a fun and exciting, sometimes interesting, for both the children and the officers."
Citizens can look for donation containers near the registers of Chadron businesses in town.
Donations can also be brought in or mailed to the Chadron Police Department at: 125 Main Street, Chadron NE, 69337.
You can also bring donations to First National Bank of Omaha in Chadron.
Last year donations totaled $9,406.85.
"Remember 'A Little Change, Can Make a Big Difference'," Hickstein said. "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."
If you have questions, contact officer Derek Bauer at the Chadron Police Department at (308) 432-0510.