Co-op hosts 17th annual holiday gift drive for local kids

Co-op members and the public are invited to join Polk-Burnett employees and directors by donating new, unwrapped gifts for local children. Donations will be collected November 25 through December 9 at Polk-Burnett offices in Siren and Centuria during office hours.

“Our annual gift drive demonstrates our cooperative values and ongoing support for local youth and community,” said Joan O’Fallon, Polk-Burnett communications director. “We invite you to join us and thank you for your generosity. Together, we can help make the season bright for local kids.”

Polk-Burnett in Centuria, 1001 State Road 35, is collecting gifts for Operation Christmas to benefit Polk County children.

Polk-Burnett in Siren, 7298 State Road 70, is collecting gifts for Interfaith Caregivers Christmas for Kids to benefit Burnett County children.

Gift ideas for toddlers to teens include games, toys, books, blankets, hats, mittens, coats and gift cards.

Thank you. Merry Christmas!