Primary Clay Drop Site
Assisting Hands Home Care South Jacksonville
1950 Miller St., Suite 6
Orange Park, FL 32073
August Food Drive Across Clay & Duval
Help Us Collect 10,000 LBS of Food for Veterans
Benefiting the City of Jacksonville Military Affairs & Veterans Department food pantry.
Local businesses, churches, senior communities, civic groups, and families are joining together so no veteran in need goes without food.
- 10,000+Veterans served each year
- All AugustCollection period
- Clay + DuvalRegional campaign
Goal
10,000 lbs
Collected
3,250 lbs
Progress
32.5%
Every bag, box, and can makes a measurable difference.
Why this matters
The pantry is supplied through donations
The City of Jacksonville Military Affairs & Veterans Department helps veterans through Veteran Social Services, Veteran Service Officers, and the Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program. This drive supports the department's donation-funded food pantry and holiday meal efforts.
Donate nearby
Find a Drop Off Location
Use the map or choose a location card for directions.
Jacksonville Drop Site
MAVD Office at City Hall
117 W. Duval St., Suite 175
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Additional Sites
More Clay & Duval locations coming soon
Partner locations will be added as they are confirmed.
Host a collection siteWhat to donate
Most Needed Items
- Canned meats
- Canned soups & stews
- Canned vegetables
- Canned fruits
- Peanut butter
- Pasta
- Rice
- Pasta sauce
- Beans
- Mac & cheese
- Cereal
- Shelf-stable milk
Please donate sealed, shelf-stable, unexpired items only.
Community support
Potential Partners
Clay County Veterans Council
Westside Senior Enrichment Council
Berg Bryant Elder Law Group
Bailey's Health Mart Pharmacy
Local Churches
Senior Living Communities
Partner names shown for planning purposes until formally confirmed.
10,000+Veterans served annually
Donation FundedFood pantry support
No CostDepartment services
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What items can I donate?
Sealed, unexpired, shelf-stable food such as canned goods, pasta, rice, peanut butter, cereal, beans, and shelf-stable milk.
Can my organization host a collection box?
Yes. Businesses, churches, offices, senior communities, schools, and civic groups are encouraged to participate.
Can someone pick up a large donation?
Yes. Submit the contact form and select “Schedule a pickup.” We will coordinate based on location and volume.
Who receives the donations?
Collected food benefits the City of Jacksonville Military Affairs & Veterans Department food pantry for veterans in need.
Get involved
Contact the Campaign Team
Use this form to donate, host a collection site, schedule a pickup, or discuss partnership opportunities.