LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Gov. Andy Beshear and Kentucky State Police announced Tuesday the return of the statewide "Cram the Cruiser" food drive, the goal of which is to collect non-perishable food items for local communities in need.
"The holiday season is a when we recommit to helping our neighbors and giving back to our community," Beshear said in a news release Tuesday. "I encourage those Kentuckians who can, to spread holiday cheer to those in need by participating in our ‘Cram the Cruiser’ food drive."
If you are looking to donate, troopers will be set up at several grocery and retail stores across the state of Kentucky.
Acceptable items to donate are listed below:
- Canned fruit and vegetables
- Canned meat
- Macaroni and cheese
- Cereal
- Peanut butter
- Jelly
- Canned soups, chili or spaghetti sauce
- Brownie and cake mixes
- Coffee
- Water and juices
- Powdered milk
"This event has a special place in our hearts," KSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett, Jr. said in a news release Tuesday. "We are committed to serving the people of Kentucky in every way we can. With the holidays approaching, it becomes even more crucial to ensure that everyone has access to nutritious meals."
Collection will run from Nov. 21 to Dec. 4. A special statewide event is planned for Dec. 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., as a final push for the campaign.
In 2022, KSP collected 218,362 pounds of food, with Post 16 collecting the most donations at 142,553 pounds.
For more information on the "Cram the Cruiser" event, click here.
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