SBPD, SBFD teaming up to collect supplies for hurricane victims

SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The South Bend Police Department has announced a supply donation drive to help hurricane victims that will be delivered to where they are most needed by South Bend police officers and firefighters when they travel to those locations in the near future.

"The South Bend Police Department and the South Bend Fire Department are teaming up to provide relief to these hard-hit areas, as well as the countless other cities preparing for damage from the incoming Hurricane Milton," SBPD officials said. "From now through this Friday, Oct. 11, we invite our community to donate items that will be loaded onto our trailer and given directly to victims of the storms."

Donations can be dropped off at the South Bend Police Department's front desk from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. anytime this week, up until Friday night.

"These South Bend Police Officers and Firefighters feel compelled to help, as they have family in these areas and understand the devastation the hurricanes have caused... and will cause... across the southeast," SBPD officials said.

Needed Items: 

• Non-perishable food
• Diapers
• Wipes
• Bottled water
• Toilet paper
• Batteries
• Blankets
• Over the counter pain relievers 
• Baby formula
• Toiletries 
• Feminine hygiene products
• paper towels / plates

You can also scroll through a preset Amazon Wishlist and donate items that way.