Bedford Police Collect Over 300 Cell Phones for Soldiers

BEDFORD, MA — The Bedford Police Department collected over 300 mobile phones for soldiers for the Cell Phones for Soldiers nonprofit organization, Chief Robert Bongiorno announced Friday.

According to Bongiorno's announcement, the police department has collected over 300 mobile phones through a donation bin in the lobby of the police department. The Bedford Police Department has worked with the nonprofit for the past 12 years, actively participating in events with the Berquest family, who founded the organization in 2004.

We are pleased to support Cell Phones for Soldiers, as they are an instrumental organization that aides in soldiers’ well-being overseas,” said Officer Kristen Dineen in a press release, who handles donations for Cell Phones for Soldiers at the department.

Cell Phones for Soldiers is a national nonprofit organization providing serving troops and veterans with free communication services and emergency funding through donated mobile devices and monetary donations. Police have traveled to Hanscom Air Force Base to deliver phones to soldiers preparing to deploy.

"We thank everyone who has participated so far and encourage that anyone with cell phones to spare consider donating them to this cause," said Dineen.

The collection efforts will continue. Anyone with questions regarding Cell Phones for Soldiers donations should contact Officer Dineen at 781-275-1212.

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