Giving Tree deadline extended

Umpqua Bank has extended the application period for the giving tree.

Completed request forms can be returned to Umpqua Bank until Dec. 8. Forms are number coded as they are returned and all requests are confidential.

The program is limited to children, newborn to age 18, and seniors 65 years of age or older within the communities of Ritzville, Lind, Washtucna or Benge.

To participate in the program individuals must complete registration forms for their family members. Qualifications are based upon guidelines of Washington State’s assistance programs.

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