Santa Wears a Blue Uniform

PERU, IN  – Recently, employees from the Indiana State Police Peru Post were able to help struggling families in Miami County by purchasing and delivering Christmas gifts. Money for the holiday gifts was provided by the Indiana State Police Alliance (ISPA).  

The ISPA provided money to each Indiana State Police Post that identified struggling families in their district. The names of families were submitted by troopers who saw a chance to help a family with children who were down on their luck during the holiday season. The money was provided as part of the ISPA “Cops for Kids” program which was started in 1991.

The ongoing program is an effort to make a positive impact on crime prevention by building relationships between police officers and children. Through “Cops for Kids”, children, from toddlers to teens, witness first hand that their Indiana State Troopers are stalwart members of the community, committed to serving all citizens.

State police employees purchased the gifts from area retailers. Half of the money was spent on clothing items, while the remaining amount was spent on toys. The purchased items were then delivered by a trooper to the struggling family. 

“You never want to see a child go without toys or clothing, especially during Christmas”, stated Sergeant Detective Tim Miller. “I hope we helped make their holiday a little brighter.” 

For more information about the “Cops for Kids” program call 1-800-382-1104.