Local police officers recently spent time with kids at shopping centers, helping to make their seasons bright with some gift shopping.
The “Heroes and Helpers” event saw 27 officers from the Everett Police Department, Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, and Mill Creek Police Department team with with the Everett Target to provide 77 children with gifts.
“It’s such an amazing event not only for these children and their families, but for the police officers as well,” said event organizer Det. Jamie French of the Everett Police Department.
In addition to shopping, the children got goody bags, photos with Santa, and a pizza dinner with cookies for dessert. Local social service providers referred the children, who ranged in age from 3 months to 17 years.
The Everett Police Officers Association and Everett Target were the sponsors. The event is funded by donations from officers, civilian employees, and their families and friends.
The Lynnwood Police Department also held its own Shop with a Cop event, benefiting 17 mothers and their children from the Pathways for Women YWCA.
The event was made possible by the Lynnwood Fred Meyer, Lynnwood Police Guild and individual donations received throughout the year. More than 30 officers and public safety volunteers took part.
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