fall FOOD DRIVES

IT'S ABOUT MORE THAN FOOD.


Over 1 in 10 people in Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union Counties lack adequate access to food. Too many of our neighbors don’t know where their next meal is coming from or must choose between skipping meals and paying their bills.


Food insecurity is a complicated, pervasive problem in our country and community--one that is intertwined with poverty, low wages, educational opportunity, access to healthcare, and more. And meeting a basic need like food is a way to immediately support a local family so they can make ends meet.


At United Way of the Piedmont, we are uniquely equipped to bring together resources, partnerships, and people to address challenges like food insecurity. We're making progress, but there's more work to do.


Join us for our annual Fall Food Drive so together we can help families thrive.

SUPPORT LOCAL FAMILIES

As part of our work to help families become financially stable, United Way of the Piedmont hosts food drives across Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union Counties. 


We don't want families to have to choose between putting food on the table and paying for rent. You can help make this a reality by joining us.


In lieu of our annual Fall Food Drive, we are continuing to collect Helene relief supplies.

Please email partnerships@uwpiedmont.org by Friday, October 10 if your team would like to participate. 


Step One: Rally your workplace to collect items! 


Collection runs Friday, October 13 - Friday, November 9. Click the button below to get the completed shopping list for each box. Remember, each box should include the full list of grocery items.


Step Two: Drop off your donations!


Please drop off any Fall Food Drive donations at Union County Carnegie Library Thursday, November 9 from 1 - 4 PM.

VIEW THE GROCERY LIST

Donate food through Roonga, the online donation drive platform. Make your donation completely online, and Roonga conveniently delivers your donation directly to local food pantries. 


If your company wants to set up a Roonga drive, contact Marissa Human at mhuman@uwpiedmont.org.

GO TO ROONGA

Helene Relief SUPPLy DRIVE


 If you're a corporate partner, view Helene Relief Drive details here.


Items Needed

  • Canned vegetables, fruits, and beans (pop-top preferred)
  • Shelf-stable proteins (tuna, chicken, peanut butter)
  • Rice, pasta, and grains
  • Boxed meals and soups
  • Baby formula and baby food
  • Dry cereal, granola bars, and snacks
  • Bottled water and juice
  • Diapers, baby wipes and formulas
  • Hygiene products (soap, toothpaste, feminine hygiene)
  • First aid (bandages, pain relievers)
  • Cleaning supplies (disinfectant wipes, trash bags)
  • Disposable Items (plates, plastic cutlery)
  • Batteries

DONATE ONLINE

Can’t drop off or want to support virtually? Donate supplies online here.


Questions? Contact Marissa Human at mhuman@uwpiedmont.org.

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