COBOURG (April 29, 2024) — Cobourg Police Service (CPS) will host a Cram-A-Cruiser food drive to support Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank (Fare Share). The April Cram-A-Cruiser is scheduled for Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Metro in Cobourg.

The April Cram-A-Cruiser food drive collected 873 pounds of food and $1,167 in cash and gift card donations to support Fare Share. Donations received during the May Cram-A-Cruiser will go directly to Fare Share, which distributes the food to those in need across Northumberland County. 

Community members are invited to donate non-perishable food at Cram-A-Cruiser between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Metro in Cobourg. If you cannot attend a Cram-A-Cruiser event, you can donate to Fare Share by visiting fareshare.ca. 

Event details:

Location: Metro (1111 Elgin Street West, Cobourg)

Date: Saturday, May 11, 2024

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Suggested Food Donations:

  • Canned Pasta, Stew, Chili, Soup
  • Flakes of Ham, Turkey, Chicken
  • Canned Fruit & Vegetable
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Pasta/Rice Side Dishes
  • Cereal, Oatmeal
  • PB, Jam, Cheese Spread
  • Cookies & Crackers
  • Peanut Free Granola Bars
  • Pudding & Fruit Cups
  • Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate
  • Meal Replacement / Protein Drink
  • Juice & Juice Boxes
  • Oil & Sugar
  • Shampoo & Body Wash
  • Deodorant & Dental Care
  • Diapers & Baby Care
  • Period & Incontinence Products

Monetary donations are also welcome.