Dudley Police Department
Press Release
December 23rd, 2020
The Dudley Police Department collected donations for needy families during the holiday season. Many people and area businesses made generous contributions to this worthwhile cause. Needs were increased during the pandemic. A large volume of toys, clothing, and other gifts were provided to Dudley residents who needed assistance during these difficult times. These were distributed on Monday, December 21st. Thanks to the generosity of those who donated, approximately 21 local families, including some 62 children, will enjoy the holiday season when they would have otherwise gone without.
This year, donations were robust. This was really an incredible effort by our residents and businesses, especially during these trying times. More than 500 gifts and several thousand dollars were donated toward this effort. A special thank you goes out to the Fels’ Family Foundation, Dudley Little League, Sacred Heart of Jesus, Jimmy’s Pizza, and the Bowlin, Rottman, and Brosnihan families for their generosity. Several other families and individuals made significant contributions toward this campaign. Large toy donations were also made by Walmart of Oxford. Tremendous thanks and appreciation go out to everyone who contributed. Any leftover toys will be distributed to local families in conjunction with organizations such as Webster Dudley Food Share. Credit and thanks go out to Sergeant Marek Karlowicz and Officer Chandler Boyd for another outstanding job coordinating and organizing this year’s drive. Their hard work and dedication have made this event successful year after year.
The Dudley Police Department would like to thank the many residents and others who answered the call for assistance with extreme generosity toward this worthwhile cause. This was a tremendous success once again. The Department wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy, and Safe Holiday Season and New Year.
Pictured with the donations - Left to Right: Officer Chandler Boyd, Officer David Carpenter, Chief Steve Wojnar
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