Palos Park Police Cadets Hold Holiday Food Drive For Local Families

PALOS PARK, IL — The Palos Park Police Cadets annual holiday food drive is now underway. The cadets will be accepting donations through Jan. 1, 2024.

The cadets are looking for donations of non-perishable foods, such as canned or boxed goods. All donations will go to area food pantries to help local families experiencing financial hardship. Food donations can be dropped off at the Palos Park Police Department, 8999 W. 123rd St. Other drop-off locations include:

• Palos Park Recreation Center, 8901 W. 123rd St.
• Palos Park Public Library, 12330 Forest Glen Blvd.
• Palos Park Metra Station, 12200 S 82nd Ave.
• Village of Palos Park Kaptur Administrative Center, 8999 W. 123rd St.

Need a pickup? Organize a food drive at your workplace, club, scout troop, team, or place of worship and the cadets will come and pick it up. To request a pick-up and more information please call 708-671-3770 or email Jmiller@palospark.org.