Mat-Su Special Santa program in need of last-minute donations

Time is running out for a charity in the Mat-Su which donates to families in need during the holiday season.
The Mat-Su Special Santa program has been around for 20 years, according to founder Mari Jo Parks. In 2015, they served more than 3,200 children. This year, she said, the number is expected to be higher.
The program is seeing more large families who are struggling. Most are referred to the program by social service agencies and each child is allowed to make a short list of