RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Several organizations spreading holiday cheer will come together today to help give back. The Salvation Army Christmas Center is opening Monday morning to help those in need.
The organization is taking over the old K-Mart building near Chippenham Parkway and Midlothian Turnpike at 6807 Midlothian Turnpike.
Every year, holiday campaigns like Puritan Cleaners and 8News’ Coats for Kids, the Richmond Christmas Mother and the Angel Tree come together and create a huge distribution center for families in need. Between December 14 and 18, families who have been selected will then get to come in and pick up coats, toys and even bikes for their kids.
The Christmas center will end up serving thousands of people of this year.
Today’s ribbon cutting starts at 8:30 a.m.
Click here for more information about this program from The Salvation Army.
8News reporter Evanne Armour is on scene reporting live this morning from the Christmas center. Stay with us for updates.
