The wide-eyed stares of happy disbelief. The excited screams. The big, grateful hugs.

It's those Christmas morning reactions from joyful children that are some of the sweetest memories for any family that celebrates the holiday.

But times are hard, and not every parent is in a position to ensure their children wake up to find that Santa Claus has visited. That's where you come in.

The Fayetteville Observer's yearslong partnership with the Salvation Army of the Sandhills raises money during the holidays to help families right here in our community at Christmas and all year long.

Through your generous donations, the Bill Shaw Salvation Army Christmas Fund can help those parents give their children the Christmas every child deserves.

A very special thank you this week goes to the newest

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