The first annual Berthoud Police Department Holiday Basket Program begins this week. The BPD will be collecting food and toys through the second week of December to distribute to families in need in the 80513 ZIP code on Dec. 20.

To submit names of families or individuals to receive baskets, please include name, address, number in household, and ages and gender of children. Forms are available at the police department, 328 Massachusetts Ave., or send an e-mail with the relevant information to BPDholiday@Hotmail.com.

Want to help? Volunteers are needed to sort, pack and deliver baskets. For more information contact Ofc. Jeremy Yachik at (970) 532-2611.

Canned and non-perishable food items, and age-appropriate toys are being collected at the following locations:

Berthoud Drug

Berthoud Police department

Berthoud Town Hall

Berthoud Community Library

Hays Market