Columbia Police Department Launches “Operation Christmas Spirit” Donation Drive

The Columbia Police Department is spreading holiday cheer this season with Operation Christmas Spirit — a community donation drive to help local Adair County children and elderly residents, along with residents at Signature Health Nursing Home. 

Officers are collecting toys, blankets, socks (adult sizes) and food donations, which will be distributed throughout Columbia and Adair County to families and individuals in need. 

Cram the Cruiser Donation Events

Purchase your donations at the following Columbia locations during these dates: 

• Save-A-Lot – November 20th & 21st 

• Walmart – November 28th, 29th & 30th 

• Highway 80 Dollar General – December 5th & 6th 

• Save-A-Lot – December 18th & 19th 

Donation boxes will also be available at Don-Franklin Ford and both Bank of Columbia locations for those who wish to contribute throughout the season. 

Let’s come together to share the Christmas spirit and make this holiday season brighter for our neighbors across Columbia and Adair County!

(Kila Kean – Columbia Police Department)