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- food
- November 26, 2020
How to help food banks this Thanksgiving
Americans are facing unprecedented food insecurity due to the pandemic.
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Host a virtual food drive
Don't worry about leaving the house to lug canned and boxed goods to a collection box. This option is perfect for anyone hosting a holiday gathering online this year.
Feeding America has the option to set up an online fundraising page with a local food bank, and the creator can simply ask friends and family to contribute.
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Once donations are completed, every donor receives a receipt, and funds go directly toward food banks.
The virtual option helps alleviate what traditional food drives would cost. Plus, with COVID-19 restrictions, some food banks may not accept food donations from the community due to safety concerns.
The organization suggests including the fundraiser link and information in the invitation of your virtual gathering.
\"This is a simple way to let everyone know that you're doing something really special this year. Even if your guests can’t join, it allows them to give back,\" Feeding America wrote in a blog post.
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Check out the online toolkit that shares advice and social posts for setting up fundraisers with Feeding America.
Donate Thanksgiving food to a local food bank
Locate a local food bank, and check their drop-off information, operation hours and busiest hours.
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Some areas may not accept food donations or may have specific requests, so follow local food bank guidance on what is needed most this holiday.
With higher demand around the holidays, food banks will look for the following healthy, non-perishable foods:
For more information or to locate your local food bank, click here.
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