HARRIS COUNTY—Ten years ago Harris County Sheriff’s Storefront Deputy Grace Luna began saw a need to provide a complete Thanksgiving meal to under privileged children & families that live-in or near District III.
Luna took this need, and with the help of others, created Operation Food basket.
Through the program Family names are provided to Luna by local schools and Harris County deputies that patrol within the district.
“Deputy Luna is a Christian lady with a heart of gold; she provides this on her own free will – it is NOT a part of her “job description”,” said her superior officers with the department.
Each year, the Harris County Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association (HCSOCPAAA) in District III joins hearts & hands Luna to make this project happen.
This year, through the efforts of volunteers, 22 families will be blessed by their efforts.
Throughout October and early November the HCSOCPAAA collected non perishable foods amongst its members, to begin the process of fulfilling Food Baskets.
Meals were distributed at the HSCO Wallisville Substation, on Nov. 20. The HCSOCPAAA District III would like to thank everyone that had a hand in making this event such a huge success.
Thanks to Deputy Grace Luna, John Rowlett, David & Becky Moon, Tony & Jeri Gonzales, Ramona Ryle, Debbie Gray, Felecia Gokey, Craig & Donne Dass, Ron Deluge, Bernadette Beauchamp, and Mary Morales.
If you are interested in joining a great organization that supports your local law enforcement; and enjoys serving your neighborhood, contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Community Support Bureau at (281) 647-9371 and ask for the Citizens Police Academy Coordinator. Information will be made available regarding the next CPA class in your area. Together we CAN make a difference.