Christmas is just a few weeks away, and Pasco County tax collector Mike Fasano is offering a few ways people can give and participate in making the holiday season better for those not as fortunate.
It all begins with the Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle Drive at the offices in Gulf Harbors, Land O’ Lakes, Lutz and Dade City on Dec. 13 and Dec. 20. Bell ringers will be out between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. both days, looking for money to help with that church’s projects throughout the season.
The Volunteer Way and Farm Share will offer collection jars at all five tax collector offices in the county. Donations there will help purchase fresh food for families in need.
People can Be a Santa to a Senior by picking up a gift tag and purchasing a holiday present for a senior citizen in the community. Giving trees are on display in the Land O’ Lakes, Lutz and Dade City offices, and can all be done during regular business hours at those locations.
Toys For Tots continue at the West Pasco Government Center and at Gulf Harbors through the week ending Dec. 19.
Also on Dec. 19, families in Pasco County will be abel to pick up fresh food donated by Farm Share and other community organizations through the 20th annual holiday food giveaway. Food is distributed that day on a first-come basis beginning at 10 a.m. at Faith Baptist Church, 9230 Ridge Road in Port Richey.
“Your support of these wonderful local programs will help countless people enjoy the holidays this year,” Fasano said, in a release. “Additionally, if you are in need, please feel free to participate in the food giveaway.”
Details about each program, including hours and locations, are available by calling Greg Giordano at (727) 847-8179.
