UK’s eighth annual Donations for Citatitations began Feb. 27 and is set to end at 5 p.m. on March 10.
Donations for Citations is a partnership between UK Transportation Services and the Big Blue Pantry (BBP). The organization works to fight hunger and food insecurity that UK students may face, according to its webpage.
The two week-long event is meant to encourage UK students to donate to the BBP. Since its creation in 2016, the event has collected over 16,500 pounds of food and personal care items, according to UKNOW.
UK students and employees who have a regular parking citation of $30 are able to pay this fee through donations.
The items which can be donated include personal care items and food items. 10 food items or 5 personal care items can waive one $30 regular citation.
Donations can be taken to UK Transportation Services’ customer care center at 721 Press Ave. in Lexington, Kentucky, from 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The following food donation items are suggested:
Boxed macaroni
Noodles
Pasta sauce (red or white)
Rice (white, brown, box, or bag)
Cereal
Instant oatmeal
Granola bars
Pop tarts or other grab-n-go breakfast items
Canned meats such as chicken, tuna, beef, pork, or vegetarian alternatives
Individual cups of fruit or applesauce
Shelf-stable microwave meals
Peanut butter
Condiments
Jellies
Shelf-stable salad dressing
The following personal care items are suggested:
Cleaning supplies (detergent, dish soap, etc.)
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Hand sanitizer
Body soap
Shampoo and conditioner
Shaving cream
Razors
Tampons or sanitary pads
First aid or medical supplies
The citations which are not included in the campaign include immobilizations, impoundments, parking in fire lines, ADA accessible parking violations, or improper application or use of parking permits.
Citations waived through Donations for Citations are not eligible for appeal.
For any questions about the Donations for Citations drive, email uktransportation@lsv.uky.edu or call 859-257-5757.