Children from 10 families got the chance to bring a merry Christmas to their home, courtesy of Volusia County's law enforcement officers.

Daytona Beach Police Chief Mike Chitwood, his police officers and members of the Volusia County Sheriff's Office took part in the Shop with a Cop program at the Walmart on Beville Road.

Ten families were chosen for the program this year by the Daytona Beach Police Athletic League. The children live throughout the city.

Each child received a $250 gift card to go on a shopping spree. They could buy everything from toys to groceries with the card.

"I am just so excited," said Sandra Hudson, whose grandchildren got to take part, "Because the children are going to have a wonderful Christmas this year, and they wouldn't have been able to do it otherwise."