5 Thanksgiving Food Drives in Staten Island
Thanksgiving is upon us, a time of year when families sit down together to fill their bellies with a bountiful meal prepared with love. Unfortunately, not every family is able to afford the type of feast most Americans hope to enjoy. So this holiday season, as you start to purchase food for your own family’s holiday celebration, consider helping families who are less fortunate to do the same (if you are able to, of course). There’s no better way to express gratitude than by giving back! Food drives are a wonderful opportunity to share holiday joy with everyone. Staten Island is hosting numerous food drives this season, including both specific events and ongoing drop-off points, as well as convenient online donation options. This makes it easy for everyone to participate.
Below, you’ll find all the details about the food drives taking place in Staten Island. Let’s come together this holiday season and support families right here in our community!
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Holiday Food Drives
Stuff a Truck Food Drive (Met Food)
1795 Victory Blvd, Staten Island NY, 10314
Saturday, November 8th
Hours: 10 am-2 pm
Located on the North Shore, Astra and Maxwell from 103.5 KTU are hosting Stuff a Truck food drive! In partnership with other organizations, this event will give back to the Food Bank of NYC! Non-perishable goods are asked to be brought to the event. Can’t attend the event? Click here to place an online donation!
Food drive (Pride Center)
66 Willow Ave, Suite 202, Staten Island, NY
Wednesdays-Saturdays
Hours: 11 pm-5 pm
The Pride Center of Staten Island is accepting drop-offs throughout the season. This ongoing donation drive will provide support to families, ensuring that no one goes hungry during the holidays. Check the link for the specific list of items they are asking for.
Community Food Drive (The Spot FEC)
30 Beach Street, 2nd Floor, Staten Island, NY 10304
Monday- Friday
Hours: 10 am- 4 pm
The Spot Family Enrichment Center is coming together with the SIJC WorkPlus Cohort to host this community drive. This continuous donation drive will be shared among local organizations that provide food to families and individuals in need throughout the season. Non-expired canned goods as well as pantry staples are being accepted.
Leave No Fork Empty (Catholic Charities of Staten Island)
6581 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10309
November 1st- November 25th
Hours: 9 am-4 pm
Catholic Charities of Staten Island has two ways to help families in need for Thanksgiving. The first is a drop-off where non-perishable foods are being asked to be dropped off at their location. The second is to sponsor a turkey, where you can purchase a turkey for a family. To do so, click the link to leave an online donation of $25 for each turkey. Every turkey donation gives another family in need a turkey for the holiday!
Eat Your Heart Out (122 Pct. Community Council)
See the link for multiple drop-off locations
The 122 PCT community council has partnered with other organizations to help families in need this season. There is a continuous drop-off of food donations, where you can find the nearest location to drop off items for families in need. Non-perishable food items are being requested for donation. Check the link for specific examples. You can also scan the QR code provided on the link to make purchases from an Amazon wishlist or make a monetary donation online! With three different options to choose from, families can obtain the necessary supplies for the season.
