Police Thank Community for Successful Fill a Cruiser Food Drive

The Hawaiʻi Police Department’s Kona Community Policing Section extends its sincere appreciation to community members and partners who supported the Fill a Cruiser Food Drive held on Dec. 12, 2025, at the Kona Costco warehouse.

The event was a tremendous success, generating more than $8,200 in monetary donations and collecting more than 2,300 pounds of nonperishable food. All donations will be distributed to Hawaiʻi Island families and individuals in need through the Food Basket, Hawai‘i Island’s Food Bank.

The department extends a special mahalo to event partners Kona Costco, KAPA Radio, and radio personality Tommy Ching, as well as community members Duane and Suzie Bullard of Big Island Collision, Jefferson Inman, and Ed Mueller. Their generosity and commitment played a key role in exceeding both fundraising and food collection goals.

“The success of this event reflects the strength of our community and the power of working together to support one another,” said Sergeant Wyattlane Nahale of the Kona Community Policing Section. “The overwhelming positive response from participants and volunteers demonstrates how meaningful partnerships can make a real difference for families facing food insecurity across Hawaiʻi Island.”

The Hawaiʻi Police Department thanks everyone who contributed their time, resources, and support to help make this annual event a success and to ensure assistance reaches those who need it most.