National Food Bank Day: Local food banks for those in need

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - It’s time to pack your car with canned and non-perishable goods for National Food Bank Day.

National Food Bank Day is observed every year on the First Friday in September. The goal is to raise awareness about hunger and to encourage people struggling to put food on the table.

Here’s where to donate in the Suncoast:

Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee County:

Address: 811 23rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208

Phone: (941) 747-4655

Website: https://mealsonwheelsplus.org/

All Faiths Food Bank:

Address: 8171 Blaikie Ct, Sarasota, FL 34240

Phone: (941) 379-6333

Website: https://allfaithsfoodbank.org/