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By Ian Thompson
SUISUN CITY - The Suisun City Housing Authority is pitching in to help a Suisun City mother shoulder the expenses of seeing her injured son, who is hospitalized in Oakland.
The money is being turned into a gas card for the mother of 10-year-old Jordan Callison who was severely injured in the Nov. 17 rush hour crash on Highway 12 between Fairfield and Rio Vista.
The crash that fractured Jordan Callison's spine also killed two of his brothers, Demari Hutchinson, 12, and Emanuel Callison, 7. Regina Jackson was also injured in the accident.
His working mother is now shuttling between her home in Suisun City and Children's Hospital in Oakland to be with her son, as well as caring for a 2-year-old child.
Anyone wishing to help the efforts can drop off cash donations at the Housing Authority Office in Suisun City Hall, 701 Civic Center Blvd.
For more information, call 421-7333.
This is one of several fund-raising efforts local community groups have held to help the family.
Earlier this month, the Fairfield-Suisun Christian Center held a fund-raiser with games, refreshments and music to help with Jordan Callison's medical care.
Nicola Bucci, 34, of San Francisco, the driver of the vehicle that slammed into the car carrying the Callisons and Hutchinson, has since been charged with two counts of second-degree murder.
Those interested in helping the family can also make out checks to the Jordan A. Callison Relief Fund, Travis Credit Union, Attn. MSA department, 1 Travis Way, Vacaville, Calif. 95696.
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Friday, December 22, 2006
Giving 'code' helpful to kids in Suisun City
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Dozens of Suisun City children will enjoy a brighter Christmas this year thanks to Code Kid, a new program developed by the Suisun City Police Department and a private security firm.
The nonprofit program has gathered donations of new toys and bicycles from residents, local businesses and charitable efforts of various government agencies, including the California Highway Patrol's "CHIPS for Kids" program.
Today, officers will hit the streets to distribute 20 bikes and numerous gifts to children in families identified as needing extra help to make Christmas bright this year. In one case, five children from a single family will receive bikes and gifts.
"This is really what working with the community is all about," said Commander Ed Dadisho. "Christmas is a tough time for a lot of families.
If we can help reduce that stress and show the kids and their parents that we care about them, it's a great win-win for everyone."
Code Kid was the brainchild of David Silva, owner of First Cavalry Security, and Officer Andrew White, Suisun City's school resource officer. The pair was working together on a community policing program when they saw a need to build stronger bonds between youth, the police and the community.
"Our goal from the outset was to find a way to provide some assistance for kids in need," White said.
Since August, Code Kid has collected donations and working with local schools, government agencies and community members to identify children who could benefit from a little extra generosity.
Though the major Christmas gift delivery is taking place today, Code Kid will continue to receive donations throughout the year to support children in need and reward youth who are caught doing the right thing.
Anyone wishing to support Code Kid may contact Officer White at 435-5845.
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Reporter Staff Report
Dozens of Suisun City children will enjoy a brighter Christmas this year thanks to Code Kid, a new program developed by the Suisun City Police Department and a private security firm.
The nonprofit program has gathered donations of new toys and bicycles from residents, local businesses and charitable efforts of various government agencies, including the California Highway Patrol's "CHIPS for Kids" program.
Today, officers will hit the streets to distribute 20 bikes and numerous gifts to children in families identified as needing extra help to make Christmas bright this year. In one case, five children from a single family will receive bikes and gifts.
"This is really what working with the community is all about," said Commander Ed Dadisho. "Christmas is a tough time for a lot of families.
If we can help reduce that stress and show the kids and their parents that we care about them, it's a great win-win for everyone."
Code Kid was the brainchild of David Silva, owner of First Cavalry Security, and Officer Andrew White, Suisun City's school resource officer. The pair was working together on a community policing program when they saw a need to build stronger bonds between youth, the police and the community.
"Our goal from the outset was to find a way to provide some assistance for kids in need," White said.
Since August, Code Kid has collected donations and working with local schools, government agencies and community members to identify children who could benefit from a little extra generosity.
Though the major Christmas gift delivery is taking place today, Code Kid will continue to receive donations throughout the year to support children in need and reward youth who are caught doing the right thing.
Anyone wishing to support Code Kid may contact Officer White at 435-5845.
Thursday, December 21, 2006
Suisun fire department gives gifts to the needy
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By Daily Republic staff
SUISUN CITY - For about 50 years the Suisun City Fire Department has been handing out gifts to needy children in Suisun City.
This year is no exception.
About 45 families Wednesday night received a surprise visit from the firefighter volunteers bearing two to three toys for each child.
About 6 p.m. volunteers gathered at the fire department on Pintail Drive. Toys were loaded on to the fire trucks and they dispersed to various parts of the city to hand out toys to unsuspecting families, who otherwise wouldn't be able to afford gifts for their children.
The toys were collected at various functions and were donated by the community, as well as local businesses and the volunteer fire department members. The names of needy families were collected from local schools and gifts were matched with the sex and age of each child.
"It's a fun night," Suisun City fire Chief Mike O'Brien said
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By Daily Republic staff
SUISUN CITY - For about 50 years the Suisun City Fire Department has been handing out gifts to needy children in Suisun City.
This year is no exception.
About 45 families Wednesday night received a surprise visit from the firefighter volunteers bearing two to three toys for each child.
About 6 p.m. volunteers gathered at the fire department on Pintail Drive. Toys were loaded on to the fire trucks and they dispersed to various parts of the city to hand out toys to unsuspecting families, who otherwise wouldn't be able to afford gifts for their children.
The toys were collected at various functions and were donated by the community, as well as local businesses and the volunteer fire department members. The names of needy families were collected from local schools and gifts were matched with the sex and age of each child.
"It's a fun night," Suisun City fire Chief Mike O'Brien said
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