The Hood River County Christmas Project is taking applications in its 101st year of helping those in need during the holidays. The project’s Lindsay Holmson says they are taking applications are now from those who would like to receive a food and gift box. Hood River County residents who qualify as low-income in the state of Oregon are eligible to receive the help. Applications are online at hoodrivercountychristmasproject.com, or by calling 541-329-0901. Information on how to donate to the effort or volunteer to help is also available at hoodrivercountychristmasproject.com.