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‘Stuff the Charger’: FLHSMV, FHP launch annual Florida food drive

ORLANDO, Fla. — It’s time to “Stuff the Charger” and help feed Floridians in need.

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and the Florida Highway Patrol are collecting non-perishable food donations across the state throughout the month of November as part of their Stuff the Charger food drive.

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The following items are needed:

  • Canned goods: canned meats, vegetables, fruits, and soups
  • Dried goods: stuffing, boxed potatoes, rice, cornbread mix, grits, cereal, and oatmeal
  • Other goods: nuts, peanut butter, evaporated milk, bottled water, and broth

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Those wishing to donate food can drop off their contributions at any local FHP Station, or contact their local FHP Public Affairs Officer for more information.


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Sarah Wilson

Sarah Wilson, WFTV.com

Sarah Wilson joined WFTV Channel 9 in 2018 as a digital producer after working as an award-winning newspaper reporter for nearly a decade in various communities across Central Florida.