Hawaiʻi police celebrate a successful community charity event after the holidays

Hawaiʻi police expressed gratitude to the community after receiving monetary and food donations for the Hawaiʻi Island Food Basket during its Fill a Cruiser event.

On Dec. 12, the Hawaiʻi Police Department’s Kona Community Policing Section collected more than $8,200 in monetary donations and gathered over 2,300 pounds of nonperishable food during a Fill a Cruiser event at Costco.

All donations were distributed to Hawaiʻi Island families and individuals in need through the Food Basket.

“The success of this event reflects the strength of our community and the power of working together to support one another,” said Sgt. Wyattlane Nahale. “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 department extends special thanks 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 Hawaiʻi Police Department thanks everyone who contributed their time, resources, and support to help make this annual event a success.