Kentucky Governor urges Kentuckians to participate in ‘Cram the Cruiser’ event

KENTUCKY(KBSI) – Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and Kentucky State Police are encouraging Kentuckians to participate in the annual cram the cruiser food drive.

Cram the Cruiser is hosted by all 16 KSP posts and collects essential food items to brighten the holiday season for those in need.

Troopers will be stationed at various grocery and retail stores across the state, ready to accept donations of non-perishable food items.

Items accepted include 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, powdered milk and juices. Food items may also be dropped off at local post locations.

“My faith teaches me that food is lifegiving and meant to be shared. From the miracle of fishes and loaves to the Last Supper, we are called to feed and care for each other,” Gov. Beshear said. “Let’s do what Kentuckians do best, help out our fellow Kentuckians facing hunger this Christmas season.”

In 2023, KSP collected 162,047 pounds of food, with Post 16 collecting the most donations, at 59,126 pounds.

A statewide event is planned for Friday, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in each post area as the final push for the campaign.

All food items collected will be distributed within the communities where the contributions are made.

To find a location near you check the link or the photo above show a list of all locations.