Deadline nears for holiday assistance requests

The deadline is coming up on Friday to seek aid from all of the community holiday help programs in Bartholomew County.

Families in need of help can contact the Holiday Helpline through the United Way of Bartholomew County. That allows families to register for holiday food and gift assistance through the Community Center of Hope Angel Tree, Columbus Fireman’s Cheer Fund, Salvation Army Angel Tree, Shop with a Cop, Toys for Tots, Love Chapel’s Holiday Food Pantry as well as other private organizations.

Families in need of help can contact the Holiday Helpline through 4 on Friday at 812-375-2216. If you need Spanish-language help, you can call SuCasa Columbus at 812-375-9370.