The Hickory Hills Kruse’s Krew

The Hickory Hills Kruse’s Krew mission is to support American fighting men and women in harm’s way. It is our honor and privilege to supply food, treats, toiletries and other means of support to our troops.
We do this by sending boxes letters and cards every month. We have several collection points for donations in the Hickory, Palos Area. These care packages and items have a positive impact on the men and women who we support. Our support helps them to understand they are not alone.
The Hickory Hills Kruse’s Krew also works with the city to increase the awareness of veterans. We help with functions such Veterans Day celebrations and Christmas/ Holiday card signings. We, along with the city, honor our returning vets with parades and acknowledgements at City Hall meetings.
We also work with local merchants and religious groups to help our cause. Volunteers pack the boxes every third Tuesday each month at the Hickory Hills Community Center located at 7800 West 89th Place starting at 6:30 PM. Below is a list of items needed along with donation center locations. Thank you to those who keep us safe and free, our Military.
Canned Fruit | Summer Sausage |
Sardines | Doritos |
Coffee creamer | Zip lock bags |
Mac/Cheese** | Toenail/Fingernail clippers |
Brownie mix** | Cigars chewing tobacco |
Instant soups** | pens/ pencils |
Kool-Aid | sports bra’s/ Panties |
Cheese spreads | Small flashlights |
Cookies | Dental Floss |
Dried Fruit | Imodium |
Fruit Pies | Nasal Spray |
Little Debbie’s | Q tips |
Advil/Tylenol | Tuna /Pouches are best |
Antibacterial wipes | Popcorn** |
Body wash/ soap | Instant Oatmeal** |
Clothes pins/line | Beef Jerky/Beef Sticks |
Deodorant | Crackers for snacking |
Eye Drops | Energy Bars |
Insect repellent/deet | Granola bars |
Fabric Softener sheets | Disposal hand and feet warmers |
Packaged Wet Ones | Eyeglasses kits |
Pepto Bismal | Sunglasses/ sun screen |
Mirrors | Razors |
Vitamins | Socks(white or black) |
Panty Liners | Canned chicken |
brush/Comb hair clips/ bands | Ground coffee |
Bandanas | Micro wave |
T shirts brown or green | Microwave dinners(no pork)** |
Batteries AA AAA 9v | Instant Noodles** |
Board games | Chex Mix |
DVD’s movies | Nuts |
Mag Flashlights | Sinus meds |
Packaged poker sets | Chapstick |
Yo-Y0’s | contact Lens cleaner |
Travel size(Mouthwash, | Pocket size first aid kits |
Pudding Cups | Feminine Hygiene Products |
Foot Powder | CD player/ CD’s blank and musical |
Chips | Stationary |
hand and foot warmers | Baby Oil/Baby Powder |
Gum, Hard Candy( no choc in Summer) | Flea collars |
Antibiotic cream | Air Fresheners |
Bath/Hand/wash Towels dark colors | Baby Wipes |
Foot Inserts for Boots | underwear |
Peanut butter/ jelly | Beanie babies stuffed animals Dog toys |
Salsa/Chips | nerf balls |
Instant Coffee | Sewing kits |
Crystal Light | Dog Food |
Conditioner, Shampoo, Lotion for body/Hand) |
No pork items or pornographic materials, alcohol or VHS tapes
** indicates Microwavable
Collection Points
Hickory Hills City Hall
8652 w 95th st
Hickory Hills Community Ctr
7800 W 89th pl
Palos Hills Community Ctr
8455 w 103rd St
Great American Bagel
Palos Heights
12744 S Harlem
St. Patricia’s church
9050 s 86th ave
Hickory Hills