The Pineville Police Department launched the first year of “Operation Full Plate” focusing on spreading kindness ahead of the holiday season. Several Pineville Police officers handed out gift cards instead of citations, an effort aimed at offering encouragement to families feeling strain during the holidays.

The initiative began as a small idea with the goal of restoring hope in the community. Support from local partners made the effort possible. Both Super 1 Foods locations in Pineville and the Fraternal Order of Police Red River Lodge #36 provided a total of 24 gift cards valued at $25 each, allowing officers to help put food on the table for families in need. While the assistance may not have covered an entire

Thanksgiving meal, the department said even a little support could make a meaningful difference.

The Pineville Police Department expressed appreciation to its community partners and supporters and said it hoped the initiative would grow even larger in the coming year.