As the final school bell rings on May 30th for Hillsborough County Public Schools, the excitement of summer break begins! But for many local families, this also marks the start of a season of uncertainty when it comes to food security. That’s where you can make a powerful difference.
This summer, Seeds of Hope invites students and families to join our mission by collecting non-perishable food for neighbors in need. Whether you donate a few items or host a full food drive, every contribution counts.
📍 Where to Donate
There are numerous collection sites throughout our community. You can find the list of addresses and locations on our website here:
👉 Collection Site Info & Addresses »
🛒 What to Donate
Need ideas? Here’s our recommended beginning list:
Boxed cereal
Pasta & spaghetti sauce
Mac & cheese
Rice, beans, and canned tomatoes
Boxed skillet meals
Instant mashed potatoes and gravy
Canned vegetables, peanut butter & jelly
Crackers, oatmeal, breakfast bars, pancake mix
Fun treats: applesauce, granola bars, pudding, cookies, etc.
✨ Download a printable list here »
👧 Make It Fun for Kids!
Parents – turn this into a summer mission!
🎯 Challenge your kids to:
Spot BOGOs at the store of items to donate
Collect 3 items to donate and visit 3 different donation locations
Set “Feel Good Goals” and volunteer milestones
Kids can also host their own food drive this summer!
🎉 It’s a fun and rewarding way to stay involved.
📥 Download our Food Drive Toolkit to get started.
Have questions or ideas? Reach out anytime:
📧 admin@sohopefl.org
Let’s make this summer one of hope, giving, and kindness. Together, we can fill bellies—and hearts. 💚