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Durham twins celebrate 5th birthday by donating toys to kids in need

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Posted January 23, 2020 2:02 p.m. EST
Updated January 23, 2020 2:06 p.m. EST

Twin sisters Ella and Claire brought toys to the Durham County Sheriff's Office.

By Heather Leah, WRAL digital journalist

Durham, N.C. — While many 5-year-olds would have a birthday list a mile long, twin sisters Ella and Claire just had one wish: to make sure kids in need of comfort have a soft friend to hug.

A stuffed animal party for kids in need

The Durham County Sheriff's Office posted photos of the twins' 5th birthday gathering, where they asked friends to bring stuffed animals to donate to the sheriff's office and fire department.

Twin girls give toys to kids in need

The sheriff's office said deputies give stuffed toys to children in need of comfort while out in the field.

They Durham County Sheriff's Office thanked Ella, Claire and all their friends for the touching and inspiring act of kindness.

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