FORT RILEY, Kan. – Fort Riley and the Association of the United States Army Fort Riley Central Kansas Chapter are beginning their annual Operation Santa Claus program with a ribbon cutting ceremony Nov. 2 at 10 a.m. at Operation Santa headquarters, 261 Stuart Ave., Fort Riley.

Operation Santa Claus is an annual program in its 32nd year. The Fort Riley community, along with the help of Santa Claus, helps needy children and their families by providing gifts for local children during the holiday season. Operation Santa works in conjunction with the AUSA Fort Riley Central Kansas Chapter to assist families with financial difficulties during the holidays.

Operation Santa Clause will accept donations of new, unwrapped toys in the $15 – $20 price range for children ages birth to 18 years starting Nov. 2