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Drop off socks for northwest Iowa families!

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Did you know the #1 requested item at shelters – is socks? The Spencer Media Group, Warner Funeral Home & Crematory, and Southpark Mall are partnering together to host a “Sock Drive!”

Starting November 2nd through December 22nd – help us make a difference in the community by donating new, unused socks for men, women and children. Drop off your donation of socks at any of the following locations during business hours: Southpark Mall; Warner Funeral Home; or Spencer Media Group.

Your generous donations of new socks will bring warmth and comfort to local families and individuals in northwest Iowa. The deadline for donations is Tuesday, December 22nd.

All pairs of socks will be distributed through Upper Des Moines Opportunity.

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