Los Angeles: With the Holidays upon us, and in the spirit of giving, the Los Angeles Police Department and the community it serves are combining efforts to donate food and unwrapped toys for the many under privileged children in the Los Angeles Area.

Throughout this past year, we have been faced with unprecedented obstacles, challenges and a newly reprised feeling of City unity. With so many overwhelming recent events that have shaken our sense of security, it is assuring to know that as a City, we will recover, and prosper together simply because we care and are committed to serving each other.

In keeping with the tradition of giving, North Hollywood Community Police Station, in conjunction with PALS (Police Activity League Supporter) and Robertson Honda will be sponsoring a food and toy giveaway.

The event will be held on December 24 and 25, 2002. Officers and volunteers will be visiting pre-selected under-privileged residents throughout the area.

Please direct any inquiries regarding this media advisory to Public Information Officer, Grace Brady, Media Relations Section 213-485-3586.