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Holiday Food Drive

Residents donate non-perishable food items to ensure local families receive a hot meal for Thanksgiving. Donors contribute staple holiday items including boxed mashed potatoes, stuffing mix, turkey gravy, and canned vegetables. All gathered donations are distributed directly to assist Village residents.

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Tips & Advice

  • Bring only non-perishable food and check every item's expiration date before donating, as the drive specifically asks contributors to do.
  • Prioritize requested staples such as boxed mashed potatoes, stuffing, turkey gravy, canned vegetables, cornbread mix, and cranberry sauce.
  • For the Thursday Nights in Wellington drop-off, go on a Thursday night to the Wellington Amphitheater; other listed sites include Village Hall and Village Park.
  • Village Hall is at 12300 Forest Hill Boulevard, Village Park is at 11700 Pierson Road, and the Community Center is at 12150 Forest Hill Boulevard.
  • Bring contributions by Friday, November 13, the final day of the drive's listed collection period.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of food donations are being collected?

Non-perishable items include boxed mashed potatoes and stuffing mix, canned vegetables, cornbread mix, cranberry sauce, packaged stuffing, and turkey gravy.

What should I check before donating food?

Make sure donations are non-perishable and check their expiration dates.

Where can I drop off donations?

Drop-off locations include Village Hall, Village Park, the Wellington Community Center, the Wellington Tennis Center, and the Wellington Amphitheater on Thursday nights.

How can residents request food assistance?

Residents needing assistance must call 561-753-2484.

Can a business or corporation partner with the drive?

Businesses and corporations interested in partnering can contact Jenifer Brito at 561-753-2486 for more information.

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