Host a Drive
Help us feed
Monroe County
We have a team ready to help you plan and run a successful food drive — any time of year. Your workplace, school, or community can make a real dent in local hunger.
We'll help every step of the way
You bring the enthusiasm — we bring the tools, experience, and support to make your drive a success.
Custom flyers, email templates, posters, and promotional materials designed for your audience.
We share what works — goal-setting, timing, motivating participants — from years of running drives.
Collection barrels, totes, money shakers, donation envelopes — and we'll come pick it all up when you're done.
Most-needed items
We accept all non-bulk, non-perishable food items. These are what our families need most right now.
Drop-off accepted Mon–Fri, 7:35 AM–5:15 PM · 827 West 14th Court, Bloomington
How long should your drive last?
The right timeline depends on your group. Here's what tends to work best by setting.
A single-day drive works best, ideally tied to a neighborhood gathering to attract more donations.
A clear timeline gives coworkers a chance to get into the spirit. Friendly competition between teams helps.
Most successful with internal promotion tied to a meeting or celebration event.
Longer window lets customers bring items in on their next visit. High visibility near the entrance works best.
Gives students time to get excited and pass the word to parents. Classroom competitions drive participation.
Estimate items per person (e.g. 5 cans) × number of participants. We can't provide supplies without a set goal.
How to run a great drive
The most successful drives share a few things in common. Here's what works.
Get leadership on board. Top-level buy-in dramatically increases participation rates.
Appoint a coordinator. Select one person or a small committee to own the drive.
Set a specific goal for pounds of food and/or dollars raised — and share it publicly.
Encourage healthy competition. Departments, floors, or classrooms competing against each other goes a long way.
Send regular updates with progress toward the goal. People respond when they can see the impact.
Use multiple reminders. Verbal, visual, and written — different people respond to different formats.
Place collection barrels in high-traffic, highly visible spots — lobbies, break rooms, entrances.
Add a virtual option. Secure online giving lets anyone participate regardless of location.
Frequently asked questions
Ready to host a drive?
Our team is ready to help. Reach out to get started — we'll walk you through everything and set you up for success.