Thursday last chance for Community Christmas

Thursday is the last day to sign up for Community Christmas. Individuals may register at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Greenwood Heights from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Community Christmas organizers say they saw lower turn out than expected on the first registration day earlier this month.

“We have always had our largest number to sign-up on the first day. We would like to think not as many people are needing assistance but we’re afraid for whatever reason households just didn’t sign up on the first day,” said Nancy Hunt, one of the program coordinators.

Individuals wishing to participate in Community Christmas need to bring proof of income for everyone living in their household.  Residents are considered part of a household if they receive mail at that address.  Parents are encouraged to bring wish lists for children 12 and under. The wish lists will be attached to their application.
Wish list items should not exceed $50. Anyone having questions about their income eligibility can call the PACS office at 965-4763.