Morongo Brings Christmas Gifts To Needy Pass Area Children

SAN GORGONIO PASS AREA, CA — Hundreds of children in need from across the San Gorgonio Pass Area received new shoes, jackets, holiday toys, and gift cards over the weekend with help from Santa and the Morongo Band of Mission Indians.

Saturday’s "Christmas in Cabazon Brunch with Santa" was held at the James A. Venable Community Center in Cabazon. Morongo assisted with the event by donating shoes, winter jackets, toys, gift cards, and lunch for the children who attended.

“We are excited to be helping children in need across the community,” said Morongo Tribal Chairman Charles Martin. “There’s nothing better than making sure our local children have a bright and beautiful holiday season. We are happy to work with the James A. Venable Community Center, which always does a phenomenal job.”

Community Center Manager Deana Mann thanked the tribe.

“The holidays present a wonderful opportunity to give back to children in need, and we’re grateful for Morongo’s assistance this year with the Christmas in Cabazon event," she said.