News : Christmas generosity: Local residents continue helping others through Angel Tree

Many area residents helped make Christmas toy programs a success again this year.

The Angel Tree program is again going to be a success this year, thanks to the many donors of money, clothing and toys.

Approximately 200 children are signed up for the program, says LaNette Parker. Donors brought item to the WMT Stuff the Bus drive at Windsor Manor, and have left them at the Angel Trees set up at Farmers Bank and US Bank. and G & G Auto Parts.

Parker says area residents have continued giving generously, as they have in previous years. Families will pick up their gifts on Dec. 17 and 18 by appointment. Call Parker at 319-521-1496 to make an appointment.

The Vinton Area Ministerial Association sponsors the Angel Tree program. Participating families will pick up their gifts Thursday and Friday at the temporary location of Angel Tree located in the Schminke building just west of the Palace Theatre.

Koop's Auto toy drive benefits Horizons families

In a separate toy drive, Koop's Auto is collecting toys which will be distributed to the families served by the Horizons organization. Those items will be delivered Thursday.