Millbrook Police Launch Operation Blue Santa, Aid for Local Children

The Millbrook Police Department confirmed on November 11 that Operation Blue Santa will run for the 2025 holiday season, offering toys and holiday assistance to children in need in the Millbrook area and serving families in both Elmore and Autauga counties. Applications for program assistance were made available beginning November 4, and the department set a submission deadline of Friday, December 5 at 5:00 PM.

Organizers plan a community distribution event and Christmas celebration on Saturday, December 20 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Millbrook Municipal Courthouse. Blue Santa will be on site and the event will include refreshments and a new Winter Carnival featuring bounce houses and food provided by community partners. The program aims to combine direct assistance with family friendly activities to reach children and households who need support during the holiday season.

The department listed donation drop off locations and publicly thanked the Three Rivers chapter of the Punishers Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club and numerous local sponsors for fundraising support that helps fund Blue Santa and related community outreach programs. That community fundraising underwrites program purchases and event services, and the department’s public acknowledgement highlights the role of local civic organizations in supplementing municipal efforts.

For Autauga County residents the program represents a direct source of seasonal aid and a visible example of police department community engagement. Families in need who meet whatever eligibility criteria are outlined in the application have a clear calendar to follow, with the application window closing early in December and the distribution event occurring just before the winter holidays. The Millbrook Municipal Courthouse will serve as the central distribution point, which may simplify logistics for those able to travel to Millbrook for the event.

Beyond immediate benefits, Operation Blue Santa illustrates broader policy and institutional considerations. Police led social assistance programs can strengthen community trust and produce tangible results, yet they also raise questions about the appropriate scope of law enforcement responsibilities and the mechanisms used to coordinate with nonprofit and private funders. Public oversight and clear reporting on how donated funds are allocated can help maintain transparency and ensure equitable distribution across the service area.

Civic engagement will be essential to the program’s success. Residents and businesses can support Blue Santa through donations and volunteer time at the Winter Carnival and distribution event, while potential recipients must observe the December 5 deadline to apply. Those seeking application materials, donation drop off details, or additional information should consult the Millbrook Police Department announcement for specifics ahead of the program deadlines.