NEWTON, Miss. (Queen City Newsfeed) -The Newton Police Department is asking the community to help local students prepare for the upcoming school year through its “Stuff the Patrol Vehicle” donation campaign.
The department is collecting essential hygiene and health-related supplies to help support children in the school system. Donations will be accepted through July 26 at the Newton Police Department, located at 103 Bank Street in Newton.
According to the department, requested items include:
- Hand sanitizer
- Facial tissues (Kleenex)
- Disinfectant wipes
- Bottled water
Donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Those wishing to donate after hours, including weekends, are asked to call 601-357-0159 to arrange a drop-off.
In a Facebook post announcing the initiative, the department encouraged residents to participate, saying, “Join us in ‘Stuffing the Patrol Vehicle’ to help keep our children in the school system healthy and strong!”
The campaign aims to provide schools with supplies that can help students stay healthy throughout the school year while encouraging community involvement in supporting local education.
For more information about the donation drive, contact the Newton Police Department.
