Stoddard County Shop With a Hero is Gearing Up!

This is the time of year the Stoddard County Shop With A Hero gears up to take Stoddard County children shopping for Christmas.

They realize that there are some families who have a tough time making ends meet.  To be eligible this year, children must qualify for the FREE & REDUCED LUNCH program at their school and present proof of qualification for that lunch reduction.

The age limit is 3 - 10 years of age and they must live in Stoddard County, Missouri.

They will enroll the first 300 eligible children that apply.  Parents can enroll their children without children being present.

No appointment is necessary so just come on one of the enrollment days listed below.

Wednesday, November 7th 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Thursday, November 8th 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Friday, November 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Last day to enroll is Friday, November 9th

Enrollment place is Stoddard County 911 Services located at 512 Cooper St. in Dexter, Missouri.  573.624.9086

Proof of Eligibility:

Free or Reduced Lunch Qualification from School District or Headstart Enrollment (If child not in school, bring proof of income)

Birth Certificate of Child

Proof of Current Physical Address (Utility Bill, Pay Stub, Rent or Lease Agreement)

Shop with a Hero is a not-for-profit organization made up of Stoddard County Law Enforcement, Firemen, Probation & Paraole, and EMS personnel.

The first two Sundays in December, Emergency Responders gather at Wal-Mart to take approximately 300 children shopping for Christmas.  They get to spend $75.  

If you know of someone who might qualify please let them know!