Las Cruces Police, La Casa to host donation drive to help families escape domestic violence

Luisa Barrios
·1 min read

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The Las Cruces Police Department and La Casa Inc. will host a “Cram the Cruiser” donation drive on Saturday to help support families who are escaping domestic violence.

The drive will be from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 at the three Las Cruces Walmart Supercenters located at 571 Walton Blvd., 1550 S. Valley Dr. and 3331 Rinconada Blvd.

New items requested for the donation drive include the following:

  • Shampoo and conditioner

  • Body soap

  • Lotion

  • Toothbrushes and toothpaste

  • Wash cloths

  • Tampons and pads

  • Shaving supplies

  • Grooming products

  • Baby wipes

  • Baby bottles

  • Bleach products

  • Laundry detergent

  • Fabric softener and dryer sheets

  • Dish soap

  • Self-care items

  • Non-perishable food items

The donation drive is also accepting gently used clothing, furniture, household items, books, electronics and new toys, according to Las Cruces Police.

La Casa Inc. is a Las Cruces-based not-for-profit organization that helps victims of domestic violence. Donations to La Casa are fully tax deductible.

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