News Release

FORT WAYNE — This weekend, Kroger and local police agencies expand their outreach to fight hunger in northern Indiana from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1.

A growing number of local departments will unite to “Pack the Cruiser.” Saturday’s four-hour food drive will ask Kroger customers to address a variety of food needs.

The following products are among the foods especially appreciated by local food banks and pantries:

• Peanut butter (plastic jar)
• Jelly (plastic jar)
• Canned fruit and vegetables
• Cereal boxes
• Granola bars
• Applesauce and fruit cups
• Instant oatmeal
• Mac & cheese cups
• Canned tuna & chicken

Local police officers will greet customers at these Kroger stores, providing “shopping lists” to those wishing to support this hunger relief project.

• Auburn —1005 W. Seventh Street.
• Bluffton —1555 Harrison Plaza.
• Columbia City — 621 Countryside Drive.
• Decatur – 929 S. 13th Street.
• Goshen — 209 Chicago Avenue.
• Huntington — 2718 Guilford Street.
• Ligonier — 903 Lincoln Way South.
• New Haven — 821 Lincoln Highway.