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The Cheer Fund is part of the Christmas Assistance program overseen by First Call for Help, which monitors several charitable organizations in Bartholomew County, screening applicants to make sure they meet eligibility requirements.

In 2011, 1265 children received a cheer box with three new toys, a brand new book, two gently used toys, two gently used books and two stocking stuffers from the annual community toy collection.

The Cheer Fund distributed 180 food baskets, to the needy, elderly and handicapped residents of Bartholomew County in 2011 as well.  Each food basket contains enough food for a nourishing holiday meal.