At Rosa's Food Pantry, we believe that fighting hunger is a community effort. Our Food Drives and Donation Collection initiatives are the backbone of our operations, ensuring that we can continue to provide nutritious food to those in need. Every can, every dollar, and every hour of support makes a difference in the lives of individuals and families facing food insecurity.
Together, we can create a stronger, healthier community—one donation at a time.
Food Drives and Donation Collection
Your Support Fuels Our Mission
How You Can Help
We rely on the generosity of individuals, businesses, schools, and organizations to keep our pantry stocked and our programs running. Here’s how you can get involved:
→ Host a Food Drive
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Organize a food drive in your neighborhood, workplace, school, or place of worship.
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We’ll provide you with everything you need to get started, including collection bins, posters, and guidelines for most-needed items.
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Every donation, big or small, helps us meet the growing demand for food assistance.
→ Donate Food and Essentials
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Drop off non-perishable food items, fresh produce, and hygiene products at our pantry during operating hours.
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Some of our most-needed items include:
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Canned vegetables, fruits, and proteins (tuna, beans, etc.)
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Pasta, rice, and cereal
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Baby food and formula
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Toiletries, soap, and diapers
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→ Make a Financial Contribution
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Monetary donations allow us to purchase fresh, nutritious food in bulk and fill gaps in our inventory.
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Every dollar you donate helps us stretch our resources further and serve more families.
→ Spread the Word
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Share our mission with your network! Follow us on social media, talk about our work, and encourage others to get involved.
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Awareness is a powerful tool in the fight against hunger.
Why Your Support Matters
Food insecurity is a silent crisis that affects far too many in our community. By donating or organizing a food drive, you’re not just providing meals—you’re giving hope, dignity, and a sense of stability to those in need. Here’s how your contributions make an impact:
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Feeding Families: Your donations help us provide nutritious food to individuals and families who might otherwise go without.
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Strengthening Community: Food drives and donations bring people together for a common cause, fostering a spirit of generosity and unity.
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Sustaining Our Programs: Your support ensures that we can continue offering essential services like food distribution, cooking classes, and outreach programs.
Success Stories
Here’s how your donations have made a difference:
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Local School Food Drive: A nearby elementary school collected over 500 pounds of food, helping us feed 50 families for a week.
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Business Partnership: A local grocery store donated surplus fresh produce, allowing us to provide healthy options to over 100 households.
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Community Hero: A dedicated volunteer organized a neighborhood food drive that raised enough donations to stock our pantry for an entire month.
Get Involved Today
Ready to make a difference? Here’s how to start:
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Contact Us: Reach out to us at +1 478-285-4685 or sharon@thenewberryfoundation.org to schedule a donation drop-off or discuss hosting a food drive.
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Visit Us: Bring your donations to our pantry at 89 Commerce Street, Hawkinsville, Georgia during our operating hours (Thursdays and Fridays, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST).
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Donate Online: Visit our website to make a secure financial contribution.
Together, We Can End Hunger
At Rosa's Food Pantry, we know that no one can solve hunger alone—it takes a community. Your support through Food Drives and Donation Collection ensures that we can continue to nourish our neighbors and build a brighter future for all.
Join us in making a difference today!
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Tel. 478-285-9358
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