Food Bank’s Thanksgiving donation drive runs thru Nov. 15
With Thanksgiving just over a month away, the Food Bank of Delaware is calling on the community to help ensure every Delaware family has a holiday meal to enjoy.
The organization announced Oct. 13 as the official launch of its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, which runs through Friday, Nov. 15. Items delivered after that date will be distributed during the remainder of the holiday season.
As the cost of living continues to rise, more Delawareans are turning to the Food Bank of Delaware and its network of community food pantries for help putting food on the table. This year, the Food Bank anticipates distributing thousands of turkeys and holiday food to neighbors in need.
“Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and togetherness, but for too many of our neighbors, it can be a stressful reminder of the challenges they face,” said Cathy Kanefsky, FBD president and CEO. “With the community’s support, we can make sure every family across Delaware has a meal to share and memories to make.”
The Food Bank of Delaware is seeking donations of both nonperishable holiday foods and financial contributions. Most-needed items include: canned vegetables and fruits, canned gravy and cranberry sauce, instant mashed potatoes and stuffing mix, shelf-stable milk, canned meats and soups, cornbread and biscuit mix, dessert mix and frozen turkeys (must be dropped off to Newark or Milford warehouses).
Food donations can be dropped off at the Food Bank facility in Milford, 102 Delaware Veterans Blvd. Businesses, schools, faith-based groups, civic organizations and others are encouraged to organize food drives to support the effort.
Financial gifts are also vital — every $1 donated helps provide three meals to neighbors in need. Donations can be made securely online at fbd.org.
“Our community shows up every year to make sure no Delawarean is forgotten during the holidays,” said Kanefsky. “It’s that spirit of generosity and compassion that truly embodies what Thanksgiving is all about.”
For details on hosting a food drive or volunteering, go to fbd.org/food-drives or contact Jessi Dominguez, special events manager, at jdominguez@fbd.org.
