City of Prince George’s “Fill the Bin” donation drive returns for second year

The City of Prince George is inviting the community to ‘Fill the Bin’ for the second year.

The winter donation drive is running until December 20th.

This year, the City has partnered with several non-profit organizations to collect essential items such as winter apparel, non-perishable food, pet supplies, and items for new parents.

These organizations include:

• Association Advocating for Women and Community (AWAC)
• Elizabeth Fry Society Young Parent Program
• Prince George Humane Society
• Salvation Army Prince George

“We are proud to partner with these incredible organizations and are deeply grateful for the generosity of our community,” said Outreach Coordinator Danielle Trudeau.

“Every donation makes a difference, and we hope to see the bins filled to overflowing once again this year.”

Drop-off locations include:

• Books and Company – 1685 3rd Ave
• Bosley’s – 2482 Ferry Ave or 100 Tabor Blvd
• Cap-Abilities – 1313 1st Ave
• City Hall – 1100 Patricia Blvd
• Homespun Refillery – 3110 15th Ave
• Paw Street Market – 5079 Domano Blvd
• Prince George Aquatic Centre – 1770 George Paul Lane
• Save on Foods College Heights – 5232 Domano Blvd
• Save on Foods Hart – 3885 West Austin Road
• Starbucks at the Ramada – 444 George St
• Total Pet – 1915 Victoria St

Last year, over two truckloads of winter gear and non-perishable food were donated.