Running
a Food Drive
Running
a Food Drive can be a wonderful experience for a company,
church or other organization, and a fun and easy way to
support Eastern Illinois Foodbank. By hosting a Food Drive
or Food Collection at your company, school or place of worship,
you help the Foodbank continue to meet the needs of so many
people in eastern Illinois.
You
can hold a Food Drive any time of the year, for whatever
length of time desired. The Foodbank will be glad to meet
with representatives, discuss alternative strategies, and
provide staff materials you can use, including a handy brochure
on "Organizing a Food Drive." We can link you
with other companies, schools or organizations that have
had successful drives and collection efforts.
Some
points to consider in setting up a food drive:
- Plan
ahead
- Set
a goal
- Choose
a specific time period
- Get
management/leadership involved
- Promote
your drive -- provide information
- Build
awareness and visibility
- Make
it fun and simple to participate
- Encourage
financial contributions
- Utilize
exciting competitions and creative themes
- Celebrate
your success
We
look forward to working with you!!
