Motorcyclists in Salinas, California are spreading Christmas cheer and supporting local residents in need this holiday season.
One Brotherhood Motorcycle Club adopted seven families this year, blessing them with gifts and smiling faces, according to KSBW. reported on sunday.
Member Alex Halcon said many of the families they serve won't be able to spend Christmas like other families. When we deliver a gift to a family, just the smile on their face tells us it's made a huge impact on them,” Halcon said.
They handed out presents on Saturday, and KION reported The bikers have been working hard to raise funds for the effort, which has been a tradition for the past 11 years.
“There are families we've helped before this year who are just struggling,” club co-founder Mark Laquata said. We have taken them on again and will take care of them again. When we see their faces, their faces light up so much and they look at us because they know we will take care of them. ”
According to the group Websitethe motorcyclist adopts between 5 and 10 families each year to serve at Christmas, and your donation will help provide as much as possible off the family's wish list.
“We run with purpose and passion, uniting our communities. As ambassadors of change, we strive to make a positive impact on society through our philanthropy and community work.” read.
video footage show Bikers deliver gifts to neighbors.
One community member, Kimberly Mendoza, told KSBW that she and her family recently moved into the house after living in their car for several months. This is a blessing, a blessing from God, and we are very grateful for all of this. ”
