SCHUYLER, Neb. (KLKN) — On Nov. 9, the Schuyler Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD) delivered toy donations to the Colfax County Food and Toy Program.
On Sept. 24, an extreme overnight fire destroyed a funeral home, where the Colfax County Food and Toy Program was housed as well.
SEE ALSO: Schuyler funeral home lost in structure fire
According to SVFD, the fire destroyed 20 cases of spaghetti sauce, 20 cases of pudding, hundreds of pounds of tuna, over 250 pounds of spaghetti, 60 boxes of pancake mix, 100 jars of peanut butter, 100 jars of jelly, cereal, “a mountain of macaroni and cheese” and more.
SEE ALSO: Schuyler fire destroys tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of Christmas donations
SVFD said Colfax County Food and Toy served 180 children last year for Christmas, offering food, clothing, coats, blankets and shoes.
Before the fire occurred, they had enough items stored at the funeral home to meet this year’s needs.
SVFD delivered donations to the Colfax County Food and Toy Program and is spreading the word on how to help.
Colfax County Food and Toy Program is asking for monetary donations and a place to store any donated items.
They said they don’t have enough room for donated items, which is why they are asking for monetary donations.
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