Donation drives
Supporting families during the holiday season
by Hunter Harrell
Creating holiday magic comes at a cost for many families. Purchasing gifts for children can place a heavier financial burden on parents struggling to stay afloat and satisfy basic needs, such as food and clothing. This year, one in four adults struggled to pay monthly bills. However, with a little help from the local community, families in need can also create indelible memories together.
Local giving opportunities A successful year for the annual Toy Run Durango Harley-Davidson hosted the annual toy run in October. By moving up the date and changing the venue to the La Plata County Fairgrounds, co-owner and marketing director Catie Bird said it allowed for more space for attendees, which resulted in more donations. With over 280 attendees who bought entry and raffle tickets, silent auction items, drinks from the bar, sponsorships and cash donations, Durango HarleyDavidson helped raise $13,500 to benefit Mercy Health Foundation Pediatric Oncology Unit, the VOA Shelter and Toys for Tots of La Plata County. Plan ahead to participate in the next Toy Run. Save the date: Oct. 9, 2022.
Four Corners Broadcasting hosts donation drives
For more than 20 years, Four Corners Broadcasting has been a big part of hosting donation drives to benefit families during the holiday season, said operations manager Kristin Dills. This year is no different. In the past, Four Corners Broadcasting worked with Project Merry Christmas. When the PMC board dissolved the organization in
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January 2020, Four Corners Broadcasting shifted its efforts to support multiple organizations by holding several donation drives during the months of November and December. Donations can be dropped off from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays at various locations to benefit local nonprofits. Each event includes a live broadcast to raise awareness for the benefiting organizations, and acknowledge the sponsors that support charitable efforts. Nov. 27 sponsored by and located at April’s Garden supporting Durango Education Foundation Dec. 4 sponsored by and located at Durango Dermatology supporting Durango Food Bank Dec. 11 sponsored by and located at Kinfolk Farms supporting American Legion Post 28 Dec. 18 sponsored by La Plata Electric Association located at 45 Stewart St. supporting La Plata Family Centers Coalition For more information about the events and wish lists for each organization, catch the broadcasts on Radio 101 (101.3 FM) and KRSJ (100.5 FM). Online donations will also be accepted on the day of each event at www.radiodurango.com.
