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Rookies with a Cause: Pack-a-Police Car Toy Drive!

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This holiday season, the Springfield Police Department Rookie Officers are stepping up to give back to the community!

Join them for Rookies with a Cause: PACK-A-POLICE CAR TOY DRIVE and help support families in need within our Springfield community.

How You Can Help:

Bring new, unwrapped toys, clothing, and essential items to the designated drop-off event:

Springfield Police Department

Drop-Off Location: 800 E. Monroe Street. Saturday, December 14, 2024. Drop-Off Hours: 2:00 pm-4:00 pm

If you can’t make it to the designated event, items may be dropped off at the Springfield Police Department, Monday through Friday between 9 am and 4 pm.

To nominate a family in need, please contact Officer Tami Russell at 217-303-3230, calls or texts welcome. Please include Children’s Information, Gender/Age/Sizes/Essential Needs.

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