Food Drives
Food Drives
Food drives are a great way to help COS keep the food pantry well-stocked, especially when they are geared towards collecting much sought-after food and household items. There are certain items that are often harder for us to source through our wholesale channels. Examples might include condiments and dressings, breakfast cereals, coffee and beverages, or household items like paper towels, dish detergent, and bar soap.
These can be coordinated at any time of the year and can be part of a larger event – like our “Stuff the Bus” on election days – or as a stand-alone effort. COS works with all kinds of organizations and families in coordinating food drives. Some examples include:
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Annual business food drives targeting specific food or household items
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Seasonal outreach programs with schools and other non-profits
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Family-based giving initiatives around a holiday or special occasion
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Tying into sports or entertainment events, like the March Madness Food Drive
Our COS Food Drives Coordinator is always looking for new and returning supporters to kick off their next drive. We are happy to help with your food drive by identifying the current most needed items, as well as providing bags, banners or flyers. We love it when we can make this a fun and friendly competitive event for all involved. And it always feels great to know that your efforts are so appreciated by our neighbors who ultimately benefit from your generosity and hard work.
Please contact us at fooddrives@coskennebunks.