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Empty stocking fund - Nov. 29

Today’s family in need: This family has four children: Two boys, 2 and 7, and two girls, 5 and 9.

The mother raises the children while the dad goes anywhere he can find employment, according to Salvation Army Lt. Kelly Berggren.

“They come to our social service office for food and have asked for help this Christmas,” Berggren said. “They would appreciate any help they can get.”

About the Empty Stocking Fund: The fund is a joint venture of the Salvation Army and The Eastern New Mexico News. The fund helps low-income families with toys, food and clothing.

How to help: The Eastern New Mexico News is accepting Empty Stocking Fund donations at its newspaper offices in Clovis (521 Pile St. or P.O. Box 1689, Clovis 88101) and Portales (101 E. First St. or P.O. Box 848, Portales 88130).

Envelopes should be clearly marked “Empty Stocking Fund.” Checks must be payable to The Salvation Army. Contributions will be forwarded to The Salvation Army.

— Information is supplied by Salvation Army Corps Officer Lt. Kelly Berggren