Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island: Holiday food drive to brighten season for those in need

Submitted by the Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island

By David Conboy

President, Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island

As the holiday season approaches, the Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island is once again rallying to help local families facing food insecurity. The all-volunteer organization, which operates a confidential food pantry for Grand Island residents in need, is placing donation barrels at numerous community locations throughout November and December. These food collection bins are ready to receive nonexpired, nonperishable items, allowing community members to make meaningful contributions to help brighten the holidays for their neighbors.

“We’re grateful to the Grand Island businesses and organizations supporting this effort,” said Gene Runions, Neighbors Foundation board member. “With their help and the generosity of our community, we can ensure our neighbors have a season filled with warmth and care.”

Food donation locations include:

•Century 21

•Dollar General (both locations)

•Grand Island Dance Studio

•Grand Island Fire Co.

•Grand Island Memorial Library

•Grand Island Post Office

•Grand Island Town Hall

•HUNT Real Estate

•Hybrid Defense

•Island Body Works

•Island Kids North, Island Kids South, and Kiddos Korners day care centers

•Island Pet Lodge

•Island Ship Center

•Kelly's Country Store

•Mallwitz Bowling Lanes

•Maguire Family of Auto Dealerships

•Miss Cathy's Dance Academy

•Moose Lodge No. 180

•Pickleball Island

•Pinnacle Travel Staffing

•St. Stephen’s Roman Catholic Church

•Thompson Farms

•Trilogy (The MOG)

•VFW Post

•Walgreens Pharmacy

•WellNow Urgent Care

Each of these locations makes it easy to drop off donations, fostering a network of support for Grand Island families this holiday season. Thanks to the contributions of local businesses, organizations and our generous residents, the Neighbors Foundation is able to make a real difference, spreading holiday cheer to those in need.

On behalf of the Neighbors Foundation, a heartfelt thanks to all the businesses and volunteers who have stepped up to make this season brighter for Grand Island’s families. To learn more about the Neighbors Foundation, donate, or request assistance, please contact us at 716-775-7998 or at www.GINeighbors.org.

“Neighbors Helping Neighbors!”