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Polk County readies Adopt a Family drive for roughly 2,500 children; organizers seek volunteers and teen‑boy gifts
Summary
County staff reported 879 registered families (about 2,500–2,600 children), roughly 700 matched with donors, $12,000 in cash donations for gaps, packing at Western Oregon University next week, and distribution set for Dec. 17 at the Fairgrounds.
County staff gave a logistical update on Polk County’s annual 'Adopt a Family' holiday program and appealed for volunteers and specific donations to fill remaining needs.
Program Manager Stephanie Gilbert said that as of the meeting there were 879 families registered, approximately 2,500–2,600 children on the list, and about 700 of those children already matched with donors. "Right now, we're at about 2,500, 2,600 kids. About 700 of those have been matched with the…
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