Manatee County Launches Food Drive to Help Local Families in Need
Manatee County is partnering with local community organizations to host a Nourish Our Neighbors Food Drive to help stock local food pantries and support families facing food insecurity.
Residents are encouraged to donate nonperishable food and household items at designated collection sites including any Manatee County Library Branch or Manatee County Administration Building (1112 Manatee Avenue W. in Bradenton and 9000 Town Center Parkway in Lakewood Ranch) and the GT Bray Recreation Center (5502 33rd Avenue Drive W. in Bradenton) beginning next week. All donations will directly benefit local families in need.
Most Needed Items Include:
Cereal and cereal bars
Canned tuna, chicken, or meat
Peanut butter
Canned fruits (in juice) and vegetables (low/no sodium)
Canned soup and chili
Pasta and pasta sauce
Shelf-stable milk
Whole-grain cereal and oatmeal
Brown rice
Baking mixes and cooking oil
Salad dressings and tomato sauce
Personal hygiene items and household cleaners
“These donations go a long way in helping our neighbors put nutritious meals on the table,” said Manatee County Community and Veterans Services Director Sarah Brown. “Every item collected makes a real difference for a local family.”
Donations will be accepted beginning Nov. 3, 2025, until further notice. For more information, visit https://mealsonwheelsplus.org/.
For more information about Manatee County Government, visit mymanatee.org or call (941) 748-4501. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ManateeGov.