Angleton Police Raise $47K for Kids at Christmas
A Texas police department's first-ever fundraiser brought holiday magic to 115 children and exceeded every goal. The event raised $47,000 for Shop with a Cop and will keep giving back through college scholarships.
The Angleton Police Department just turned a new fundraiser into a Christmas miracle that will impact kids for years to come.
The Shop with a Cop program raised $47,000 in its first-ever dedicated fundraiser, allowing 115 elementary students from Angleton ISD to go holiday shopping with police officers. That's 15 more children than originally planned.
Each child got to spend $200 picking out gifts, making memories, and building relationships with local officers. Police Chief Lupe Valdez said the response from the community blew past their expectations.
The fundraiser was renamed Sergeant J.D. White's Legacy of Giving Shop with a Cop to honor the dedicated officer. It's a fitting tribute that turns one person's service into lasting impact for countless children.
The Ripple Effect
The good news doesn't stop at Christmas morning. The fundraiser will also fund two $1,000 scholarships for Angleton ISD seniors, with school counselors selecting deserving students who need help paying for college.
That means this single event creates three layers of support: immediate holiday joy for elementary kids, stronger community relationships with police officers, and educational opportunities for graduating seniors. It's the kind of program that builds trust and hope across generations.
The Angleton community proved that when people come together for kids, amazing things happen. Their generosity turned a first-time idea into an annual tradition that will brighten holidays and futures for years ahead.
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