On Sunday, October 8th from 9:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M., officers with the Big Rapids Police Department, the Mecosta County Sheriff’s Office, and the Ferris State Department of Public Safety are teaming up to help collect food for Manna Pantry and “Cram a Cruiser.”

Join local law enforcement and members of our community, as we make a difference by collecting non-perishable food items for distribution by Manna Pantry of Big Rapids. Officers will have their patrol cruisers parked outside of Aldi (21481 Perry Ave.), Meijer (15400 Waldron Way), and Walmart (21400 Perry Ave.) and will be accepting donations from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.

Bring items with you or shop for non-perishable food items to donate upon exiting the stores. Suggested donations include canned fruits and vegetables, cereal, pasta, canned meats and fish, peanut butter, soup, side dishes, baby food, and gluten-free products.

This event is part of the National Faith & Blue Weekend (October 6 - 9, 2023), which is a collaborative effort to build bridges within communities across the country. Learn more at www.faithandblue.org.