VERO BEACH — Going north for the summer? Let your last act of the season be one of giving.
The leftovers in your pantry could mean meals for those in need of food, so Treasure Coast Food Bank is hosting a Farewell Food Drive to encourage everyone heading to their northern homes to donate rather than dispose of those goods.
“Summer is an especially difficult time for families in need of food because so many children rely on the school system for meals,” said Tricia Jenkins, Treasure Coast Food Bank’s Chief Philanthropy Officer.
“We’ll be glad to receive any food that residents won’t be using before they close up their homes on the Treasure Coast and head north,” Jenkins added.
Food can be dropped off at St. Lucie Battery & Tire and WellMed locations in Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin, and Okeechobee counties.
If you’re near, bring it directly to Treasure Coast Food Bank’s office, located at 3051 Industrial 25th St. in Fort Pierce, where it will be sorted for distribution among the food bank’s more than 200 area partners.
The most needed items are as follows: cereal, tuna, beans, rice, mac & cheese, pasta, peanut butter, canned meats, canned stew, full meals in a box or can, and pop-top food items.
Non-food items also in demand are laundry detergent, diapers, and gift cards.
For more information, please call Treasure Coast Food Bank at (772) 489-3034.
