Within the first 24 hours of kicking off raising $10,000, Raising Cane's Restaurant gives 10% of the amount needed by giving $1,000 to the Christmas in the Park Fund.

This comes within hours after hometown hero and prominent community leader, Derrian Moye, a student at William Carey University, who is mostly known in the community as Mr. Hattiesburg, said he's confident that the business community will support in reaching the $10,000 goal.

"Raising Cane's is no doubt one of my favorite places to eat in Hattiesburg. Not only do they have great food and awesome customer service, the owners are embedded in the foundation of our community! They support 100's of local organizations including our school districts and universities. You can't mention Hattiesburg without mentioning Raising Canes!" Moye said.

In a joint statement issued by The Christmas in the Park officials, Raising Cane’s said, “Raising Canes loves to support the local community !”

Once all funds are raised students from William Carey University, The University of Southern Mississippi, and Antonelli College comes together to buy kids clothes, shoes, and toys for Christmas to give out on Thursday, December 20, at Town Square Park.

In helping Christmas in the Park reach its overall goal in making sure every child has a gift for Christmas, Will Kreppner, Managing Partner of Raising Cane's of Hattiesburg said, "We hope all of you have a Happy Holiday!"