EL PASO, TEXAS (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 The El Paso International Airport has launched a donation drive on Monday for airport employees impacted by the government shutdown. <\/p>\n
As the federal government shutdown enters its third week, many airport employees, including TSA agents and air traffic controllers, are working without pay. <\/p>\n
To support these essential workers, the El Paso airport will begin collecting donations of non-perishable food, gift cards, and personal care products starting Monday. <\/p>\n
This initiative aims to assist federal employees and their families during the government shutdown and is part of a broader effort seen at airports nationwide. <\/p>\n
This donation drive also mirrors a similar campaign launched during the 2018-2019 shutdown.<\/p>\n
Items requested for donation include canned goods, rice, pasta, peanut butter, granola bars, baby food, formula, shelf-stable milk, juice, toiletries, and gift cards up to $20. <\/p>\n
Donations can be dropped off at the ELP terminal between 9:30-11:30 a.m., and 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.<\/p>\n
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