Press release from the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office:
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is hosting their annual holiday gift drive to benefit local organizations that serve those in need. BCSO staff will collect gifts at the Hendersonville Road Walmart (1636 Hendersonville Road in Asheville) on December 9th and 10th from 10 a.m to 6 p.m.
Suggested Donations Include:
Toothpaste,Toothbrushes, Full and Travel Size Shampoo, Hair Products, Deodorant, Soap, Face Wash, Body Wash, Cleaning Supplies, Socks, PJ sets, (Women, Boys, Girls, Teen sizes), Towels, Blankets or Throws, Wash cloths, School Supplies, Water bottles, and Winter clothing for children.
The organizations who will receive these donated items include:
Caiyalynn Burrell Child Crisis Center, Eliada Home, Trinity House, Family Justice Center, Buncombe County Schools, My Daddy Taught Me That and My Sistah Taught Me That.
With your help and donations we will be able to provide essential items and gifts throughout the county. From Sheriff Miller and all the employees of the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office, we thank you for your support and generosity and wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Date: December 9th and 10th, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Wal-Mart, 1636 Hendersonville Road in Asheville.
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