For four decades, Housonâs own Tex-Mex Santa, Pancho Claus, has been rolling up in his low rider and spreading joy to Houston children in need. But this year, itâs the big man himself who needs a bit of Christmas cheer.
Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the local Papai Noel finds himself without financial sponsors, Richard Reyes, the man underneath Pancho Clausâs signature red zoot suit and fedora, recently told the
Houston Chronicle. And this year, more toys are needed than previous years because so many families have lost their income as a result of the ongoing pandemic. In fact, he needs triple the the usual amount, according to ABC13.