Red Santa is on his way to spread a little Christmas cheer for Taylor-area families.

Sponsored by the Taylor Fire Department and the Taylor Professional Firefighters Association, Operation Red Santa provides a holiday dinner for families, as well as Christmas presents under the tree for children.

Applications to take part in the program open 8 a.m. Oct. 26 through 5 p.m. Oct. 30 at taylortx.gov/1052/ Red-Santa.