We’re now in the last leg of 2026 with Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner. Although this time of year is certainly considered to be the most joyous, it tends to be the most stressful, especially for those who have fallen on hard times. While some of us look forward to a season of shopping, gift-giving, and warmth, some families and individuals are wondering how they can put a smile on their child’s faces with a new toy or how they’re going to keep warm when the biting winter wind comes blowing through.
But in places like Pampa, Texas, the community can turn to each other in those difficult times and address those needs. Businesses and organizations recognize those needs and do what they can to help make the holiday season better and easier to get through for those who tend to dread this time of year.
Parkway Ford is one of those businesses who recognize the needs and come up with a plan to give back in a meaningful and impactful way.
“We have partnered up with Pampa Fire Department and the Salvation Army this season,” Parkway Ford General Manager Desmond Stirgus said. “With the fire department, we have the Fill-a-Ford, and what we’re going to do is have a pickup truck here for the people of Pampa to come and donate to these kids in need. It’s not just going to be toys, it’s also going to be winter essentials like coats, mittens, gloves, and things like that.”
“With the Salvation Army, they are going to help us give out all that stuff in conjunction with the Angel Tree, and we have one right here in the showroom. We had 11 kids that were on here, and half of them are gone already, which is great. People can come in and pick a person based on their age and gender and it tells them what size clothes they wear, and they can text a code to a number and keep track. All of the gifts are due on November 30. Then in December, they’re going to meet up at the location and the parents of the kids are going to come and get the gift and then get to pick from the toys. Here at Parkway, we’ve already got thousands of dollars worth of gifts that we’re going to start to put in the Ford. We’ve got got everything from Lego sets to Bluetooth, in addition to blankets and coats to keep the kids warm during this winter season.”
“That’s how we want to give back to the community this holiday season!”
If you would like to donate during the Fill-a-Ford event or participate in the Angel Tree campaign, stop by Parkway Ford, located at 123 N. Hobart, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM or Saturday from 9 AM to 5:30 PM. Every donation helps a family and a child in need.
