Florida Highway Patrol Collects Food For Families In Need

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA — The Florida Highway Patrol’s Southwest Florida headquarters is hosting its annual “Stuff the Charger” campaign this holiday season. Non-perishable food donations for families in need can be dropped off at any FHP office.

Those locations in Southwest Florida include:

• 10041 Daniels Parkway, Fort Myers
• 5023 53rd Ave. E, Bradenton
• 4010 South Tamiami Trail, Venice

Suggested food items include canned meats, sweet potatoes, fruits and vegetables; boxed stuffing and potatoes; rice or other grains; cornbread mix; grits and oatmeal; nuts; evaporated milk; and broth.

Donations will be collected through Nov. 30. FHP will work with its community partners, including Farm Share, Feeding Florida, Manna, Harry Chapin Food Bank, Second Harvest of the Big Bend and Second Harvest Food Bank, to distribute the items to families.

Learn more about this food collection online here.

Patch has partnered with Feeding America to help raise awareness on behalf of the millions of Americans facing hunger. Feeding America, which supports 200 food banks across the country, estimates that in 2020, more than 54 million Americans will not have enough nutritious food to eat due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. This is a Patch social good project; Feeding America receives 100 percent of donations. Find out how you can donate in your community or find a food pantry near you.