The Community Christmas Store is requesting your assistance in getting the following information to the families of children in your schools. Those families who qualify for Food Stamps and/or receiving free meals will qualify for our store. Our program is completely free to qualifying families. They will receive food, new clothing and new toys for their children birth through 17 years of age.The families must apply in person and bring the following:
-Picture ID with current address
-Proof of Income
-Social Security Card for all listed on application for verification
-Proof of Current Residency such as most recent utility bill, copy of lease, etc.

Dates of application:
*October 18: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Salem Library
*October 30: 1 to 6 p.m., Social Services Room 501 – StellarOne Bank Building, Salem
*November 8: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Vinton Library
*November 22: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Brambleton Center

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Judy Grubb at 389-3700 or Cindy Martin at 389-4395.

Submitted by Angie Agpar.

Our last post about the Community Christmas Store was on Sept. 22.