Rochester Voice 9:12 a.m.
Monday, November 17, 2025 9:13 am

Last year, 150 baskets of food were distributed to families throughout the community. (Courtesy photo)

DOVER - Dover Police today announced the start of their annual Dover Police Charities Christmas Basket Program.

The department is now accepting names, addresses, and phone numbers of needy families residing in Dover for the yearly benefit.

The Dover Police Department conducts this program each December to provide a Christmas dinner to families in Dover. Last year, 150 baskets of food were distributed to families throughout the community. In addition, a large quantity of food was provided to the Dover Children's Home and My Friend's Place. Those wishing to donate to this program may bring non-perishable food items, canned goods, or monetary donations to the Dover Police Department at 46 Chestnut St. Checks should be made payable to Dover Police Charities.

If you cannot deliver your food donations to the police station, call 603-742-4646 and pick up will be arranged. Employees of the Dover Police Department, and their families, will prepare and deliver the baskets on the morning of Saturday, December 20, 2025. Media inquiries may be directed to Lieutenant Alex Mitrushi of the Dover Police Department Community Outreach Bureau at 603-742-4646 or at a.mitrushi@dover.nh.gov.