Help Us Feed Florida This Summer
Join Elite DNA Behavioral Health in supporting our communities this Mental Health Awareness Month by participating in our statewide food drive. From May 1 to May 24, we’re collecting essential food items at all 32 of our locations to combat hunger and its impact on mental health.
The summer can be a very difficult time for families who struggle with food security, as they no longer have access to the school food programs that support them throughout the year. Individuals who are constantly worrying about where their next meal will come from, or where their family’s next meal will come from, can develop mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety and even post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). So we’re aiming to assist those individuals as much as possible this summer with our donations.
Drop Off Locations
You can drop off your food donations at any of our offices across Florida.
Drop Off Dates & Times:
May 1 – May 24, 2024 | Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
You may donate accepted food at any of our office locations listed below. Items can include:
- Canned goods (vegetables, fruits, meats, and soups)
- Dry pasta and pasta sauces
- Rice and rice mixes
- Cereal and oatmeal
- Peanut butter and jelly
- Canned or dry beans
- Instant noodles and cup soups
- Granola bars and energy bars
- Baby food and infant formula
- Snacks (crackers, popcorn, pretzels)
- Baking ingredients (flour, sugar, baking mixes)
- Spices and seasonings
- Cooking oils (vegetable, olive, canola)
- Vinegars and salad dressings
- Nut butters and spreads
- Dried fruits and nuts
- Coffee and tea
- Juice boxes and bottled water
- Gluten-free and dietary specific items
“As grocery prices climb, the hidden struggles of many families worsen. By joining forces with Feeding Florida, we aim to alleviate these burdens and foster community resilience. Help us provide relief where it’s most needed.”
-Elizabeth Dosoretz, LCSW, founder and CEO
Beneficiaries
- Feeding Northeast Florida (Gainesville, Jacksonville, Orange Park, Ormond Beach)
- Second Harvest of the Big Bend (Tallahassee)
- Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida (Maitland, Ocoee, Oviedo)
- Feeding Tampa Bay (Bradenton, Brandon, Brooksville, Lakeland, Largo, New Port Richey, Tampa Carrollwood, Tampa Westchase, Wesley Chapel)
- All Faiths Food Bank (Port Charlotte, Sarasota, Venice)
- Harry Chapin Food Bank (Cape Coral, Estero, Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Naples)
- Feeding South Florida (Delray Beach, Jupiter, Stuart, Weston)