Amidst the holiday shopping frenzy, a college professor and her students are working to make sure children in need have a gift under the Christmas tree.

Southeast Missouri State University communications professor Jennifer Icaza-Gast founded the Student Santas group in 2006.

Each year, toys are collected at the school and then distributed to needy kids in the community. The group reported some 4,000 toys were given out last year.

CBN News spoke with Icaza-Gast about the group and its purpose. Click play for her comments.

Want to make a donation or nominate a family in need? Contact Student Santas:

Student Santas
PO Box 641
Cape Girardeau, MO 63702

Student Santas Web Site.

Student Santas MySpace Page.