ROUND ROCK, Texas – The day after the funeral procession for a fallen officer, a child's allowance was donated to the Round Rock Police Department along with condolences.

The child, Ximena, wrote a letter along with the donation thanking the department for everything they do.

Round Rock police responded, saying “This is why we do what we do. We love our city! #keeptheallowance.”

Veteran Officer Charles Whites died after a hit-and-run crash. The community and law enforcement from across Texas said goodbye to their brother in blue on Wednesday.

In lieu of flowers, Whites' family asked for donations to be made to the Round Rock Police Association.