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December’s “Do It for a Cause” spotlight celebrates something truly magical that happens in Poplar Bluff. The community comes together, first responders step forward, and local children get the chance to experience a Christmas they will never forget.
This Do-It-For-A-Cause Spotlight highlights an event that has touched countless families across Southeast Missouri.
🎁 Shop With A Hero — Organized by Poplar Bluff Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #48
Each year, the Poplar Bluff FOP Lodge #48 hosts Shop With A Hero, a heart-centered community event where local children are paired with a first responder to shop for Christmas gifts. Every child is given $100 to spend, but what they receive is far more valuable — connection, confidence, joy, and lasting memories.
This incredible initiative brings together heroes from across multiple agencies, including:
VA Police
Air Evac
These men and women volunteer their time to walk side-by-side with each child, helping them pick out gifts — and giving them the gift of encouragement, attention, and kindness.
This is community at its very best. ❤️
Why This Cause Matters
For many of these children, the holidays can be a hard time. Shop With A Hero ensures they feel seen, supported, and celebrated. By pairing them with our community’s protectors, the event also creates moments of mentorship and trust that stay with kids long after the holidays end.
These heroes don’t just help children shop — they help them feel valued.
Borrowed Time Real Estate Gives Back
Borrowed Time Real Estate is honored to support the Poplar Bluff Police Department’s efforts to make this event possible. This year, we contributed $2,000 toward Shop With A Hero — a donation made through our Do It For A Cause community commitment initiative.
Our team believes deeply in uplift, unity, and service. When our community thrives, families thrive — and we are proud to stand behind organizations that put love, action, and purpose into everything they do.
#TogetherWeCanMakeADifference
🤝 How You Can Get Involved
If you would like to support this mission in the future, consider:
✔ Donating to the Poplar Bluff FOP Lodge #48
✔ Supporting local police youth programs
✔ Volunteering at community events
✔ Sharing this blog to raise awareness
Every act of generosity matters.
Every child matters.
Holiday Cheer Continues! Explore More Festive Moments from Borrowed Time Real Estate
Poplar Bluff shines a little brighter this time of year — and we love celebrating every moment of it with our amazing community. If this story warmed your heart, be sure to check out these other holiday highlights happening around town!
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From giving back to festive community events, we’re honored to share these magical moments with you this season.
Wishing you joy, connection, and all the sparkle of the season! 🎄✨
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