The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is taking part in No Shave November to benefit its annual Secret Santa program.

The office said employees will be raising funds during November as part of the program to help area citizens.

“The funds raised are tax deductible and will be utilized by the LCSO in helping Livingston County seniors and families who are truly in need,” said Sheriff Steve Cox. “The people we help are good citizens who have good hearts and will be recognized for their great citizenship.”

In the past, Sheriff Cox said he and the deputies have used the money to do things like place food and staples in pantries for people who were struggling and infrared heaters in homes for some with little or no heat.

“We have bought appliances for seniors who were going without,” Cox said. “We spoiled an elderly cancer patient with her only wish; to have an electric blanket. The LCSO has even been able to make dreams come true for families with little hope of having a special Christmas.”

Donation can be made at the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, 901 Webster Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601 or call 660-646-0515 or email Sheriff Cox at [email protected] or Sindy Fitzpatrick at [email protected].

For the LCSO employee who raises the MOST funds during November, that person will receive a special gift from Sheriff Cox and family.