The Volunteer Center of Washington County is in the holiday spirit.

Many donations were received for their Gift Giving Tree. It goes toward the needs of families served by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County and Friends Incorporated. All of the tags were selected, which resulted in 52 gifts.

Service Center Associates from West Bend Insurance Company assembled 15 Birthday Kits for Rides and Reins, a non-profit organization in Polk, who help those with special needs experience physical, cognitive and emotional benefits through horse assisted activities.

Volunteer Center of Washington County Executive Director Colleen Mayer says they are always trying to recruit, engage and get people involved. They have different ways for people, in all stages of life, to get involved with their community.