Volunteers serve Whiteman families during Operation Helping Hand

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  • By Senior Airman Danielle Wolf
  • 442nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs
WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE --  The 442nd Airman and Family Readiness office hosted Operation Helping Hand for the second year here during the December unit training assembly.

They organized hundreds of donated pieces of clothing, toys and household items and made them available to servicemembers and their families.

"The Christmas store this year was better than last year," said Master Sgt. Vickie Chambers, non-commissioned officer in charge of the 442nd Airman and Family Readiness office. "There were a lot of hurting people out there, and the store provided them a little relief for the holiday season. I am so proud of our Human Resources Development Council for stepping up to the plate and helping our Airmen. We are truly one big family -- through good and bad times."

About 20 volunteers assisted with the event.

Sergeant Chambers said she hopes to continue the event next year.