(Sawyer, MI) - Donations are being sought to help the owner of a home destroyed by a fire.  The December 12 blaze was in Chikaming Township, several miles north of New Buffalo.

Authorities said a man inside the home woke up to the fire and managed to get out safely.  The cause of the fire remains under investigation, officials said.

According to police, donations are being accepted at the Chikaming Township Office in Harbert.  Items needed include casual clothing and size 9 men's shoes, sleepwear, socks and personal hygiene products.