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Released: 12/3/2024 

Filling Hearts and Cruisers: DRPA Police Kick Off Holiday Toy Drive

Together, let’s make this holiday season magical for every child

The Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) Police Department, in partnership with FOP Penn-Jersey Lodge 30, which represents DRPA police officers, is proud to announce an exciting addition to its annual holiday toy drive: “Stuff a Cruiser.” This year, the goal is to fill one of our police cruisers with toys to bring smiles to children and families in need throughout the Greater Philadelphia region.

Toys collected from the drive will also support the department’s annual Christmas Program at Holy Name School in Camden. This tradition brings joy to approximately 150 students from kindergarten through eighth grade. On this day, DRPA officers, volunteering their time off-duty, serve pizza and ice cream to the children, creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere. As part of the celebration, each student gets to choose a donated toy, and the highlight of the day is a visit from Santa Claus himself, who brings holiday cheer and spends quality time with the kids.

“We are committed to making a difference in the lives of families in our community,” said DRPA Police Officer Tara Marchetti, one of the officers leading the initiative. “The holidays can be challenging for many, and through initiatives like ‘Stuff a Cruiser,’ we hope to bring joy, hope, and a sense of togetherness to those facing difficult times.”

How to Get Involved:

  • Drop off new, unwrapped toys at any of the donation barrels are in PATCO stations from Lindenwold to Ferry Ave. on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Look out for “Stuff a Cruiser” donation events taking place now through December 20.
    • Upcoming event:
      • Santa’s Silver Sleigh at PATCO
        • Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
        • Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
        • Location: PATCO Lindenwold Station

All donated toys will be distributed to local organizations that serve children and families in need.

Join us in making the holiday season a little brighter for those who need it most. Together, we can bring joy and hope to the Greater Philadelphia area this Christmas.

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