BOISE, Idaho — Staff with the City of Boise got to play Santa's helper Wednesday, helping local kids grab gifts as part of an annual local tradition.
The Boise Parks and Recreation Department selected more than 170 lucky kids who attend after-school programs to go on a shopping spree this holiday season.
Wednesday afternoon, the store was full of community elves, helping the kids grab gifts for whoever they chose. Each child was gifted 40 dollars to spend.
It's a tradition that the Parks and Rec Department love being a part of every year.
"I love this because it is not a selfish thing for the kids. It is just a really, really, special event,” said Roseanne Brown, the Boise Recreation Superintendent.
