DeKalb Heroes & Helpers Holiday Shopping Event Returns Dec. 13

DEKALB — The DeKalb Police Benevolent and Protective Association and DeKalb Target will host the Heroes and Helpers holiday shopping event Dec. 13. The program pairs local children nominated by DeKalb School District 428 and community agencies with police officers for a holiday shopping trip. Each child receives $100 to buy gifts for themselves and their families. The event is funded entirely through community donations, which must be received by Nov. 14. Donations payable to DeKalb PB and PA can be dropped off or mailed to the DeKalb Police Department, attention Heroes and Helpers, 700 West Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, IL 60115.