Why hold a Food Drive?
Increasingly, the face of hunger in Connecticut is someone we know. But you can help ease the pain of hunger by running a food drive in your company, organization or school. A food drive is an easy and rewarding project for any size business or group to undertake. And everyone can participate. Getting Organized Your first task at hand is to select a date. It may be over several days or weeks. Keep in mind that food is always needed by the agencies served through the Food Center, not simply during the holiday season. Consider running a food drive during the summer or late winter when food donations are typically slow but demand is still high. Notify the Gemma E. Moran United Way Labor Food Center at 444.8050 to let them know about your drive. The staff will be able to assist you in your planning. They can also provide an up-to-date listing of the most-needed food items. You should also inform the Food Center of when your drive will be concluding so they know when to expect the delivery.
