jprzytarski@marshallindependent.com
MARSHALL A high school student has embraced the spirit of giving this holiday season by organizing a special fundraiser aimed at providing gifts for families in need.
Marshall sophomore Jasmine Antunez– using her Facebook page “Operation: Holiday Gift” started the program earlier this month and collected donations from local Marshall residents and businesses, including Noble Woman Boutique, Tattletales and Treasured Times. The initial goal was to raise enough money to provide five to 10 families with gifts this holiday season.
Through an outpouring of support, Antunez was able to raise $800 and will be helping 15 families in Marshall and surrounding towns of Granite Falls and Balaton this holiday season. The families chosen for the donation signed up on Google Docs through Antunez’s Operation: Holiday Gift Facebook page.