By Sara QuamLast year Sharing Hearts Are Reaching Everyone brought Christmas gifts to Rock County families in some of its biggest numbers.Groceries, toys, household goods and clothing were delivered to 150 families, 222 adults and 220 children in 2004.Cheryl Cox and Norma Stewart are co-chairs of the local giving effort this year.SHARE is a Rock County program that administers the collection of donations and distribution of Christmas gifts and food to local people. SHARE is a completely volunteer-run program.This is the 21st year of the program. Cox said some longtime volunteers have been bringing Christmas to homes for many years. "The fact is," Cox said, "we live in a very generous area."When the money and goods are collected and organized, an avid group of deliverymen step in to do their job.Keith Aanenson estimates he’s been helping people get their packages for about eight years. He said the atmosphere on pick-up day is very busy and hectic, but fun."It’s a nice feeling to help people and you’re helping people who do need it," Aanenson said.He also said it’s nice to see so many busy business people take time out of their day to do the charity work.Cary Radisewitz has helped with package carryouts for about 12 years.He said, "I thought it was such a neat program and wanted to be a part of it."Radisewitz said the delivery days are always different. "One year it may be cold and snowing, and the next year it may be warm. But, either way, it’s the kick-off to the Christmas season for me."Radisewitz said one year a few deliverymen saw two donated bikes that needed repairs, which a mother wanted to take home for her sons. On the spot, they quickly pooled a few dollars to get new tires and to make sure the bikes would be ready for spring riding for the boys.Radisewitz said, "I get choked up when I bring people a package and see little kids getting their gifts because that’s probably all they’re getting for Christmas." Growing up as one of eight children himself, Radisewitz said he knows how some families have trouble affording Christmas gifts or even extra groceries or new clothes."SHARE helps people have a good Christmas and it helps the volunteers realize how blessed they are to have what they do," Radisewitz said. "There are so many good wishes exchanged all day. Sometimes it’s a struggle for people to admit they need help and it’s hard for them to come and pick up gifts, but the atmosphere is so fun and we know we’re all in it together." Mary Tilstra, who is on the SHARE Board, said, "I think the guys do a great job of making the recipients feel at ease. There’s a lot of joking around and good-natured teasing. They almost fight over which one of them gets to help a person. They are a great bunch of guys to work with and they make the distribution go smoothly."There is a SHARE tree at Pamida and forms and posters with SHARE information are hanging at many local businesses.(To go with scanned form)To receive from SHAREDistribution is from 10:30 a.m. to noon Friday, Dec. 9, at Sharkee’s.For more information, call 283-4310 or 283-9664.Fill out this form and return it by Dec. 1 to SHARE, PO Box 792, Luverne, MN 56156.To donate to SHAREoItems needed are: New and used seasonal clothing, toys for children of all ages, diapers and baby items and household items.oPrior approval is required for donations of large household items or large appliances. oDo NOT wrap any donated items, whether used or new.Bring items to Sharkee’s from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, or from 8 a.m. to noon Thursday, Dec. 8.Cash donations can be made by sending them to SHARE, PO Box 792, Luverne, MN 56156.