Providing gifts for children in Cheney for Christmas is easy

Christmas Gifts for Cheney Kids is in full swing, with donation boxes in many businesses and churches around town. There always seems to be a shortage of gifts for teenagers, so if you’re wondering what to donate, keep that in mind. MP3 players, games, sports equipment, art and craft supplies and gift cards (up to $25) are popular items.

When the donation boxes are collected on Dec. 19 volunteers evaluate what is still needed to serve the local kids, and volunteer “shoppers” go out and buy whatever is needed to provide the eligible parents with gifts for their kids. Donations of funds for thes...