Asheville parks & Recreation Centers Now Accepting Food Donations Amidst SNAP Benefit Lapses
Asheville residents impacted by recent disruptions to SNAP benefits can find support through a network of food donation drop-off locations established at several Asheville Parks & Recreation community centers.The City of Asheville is partnering with local food pantries and distribution agencies to collect non-perishable food items for those in need.
The temporary lapse in SNAP benefits has increased demand on local food resources. Donations collected at these sites will directly benefit individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in the Asheville area. City drop-off locations will be closed tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Residents seeking food assistance can find a list of distribution sites on the Manna Food Bank Food Resource Map: https://mannafoodbank.org/wnc-free-food-distributions/. Additional details on food resources and donation suggestions is available on the Buncombe County Food Resource page: https://www.buncombenc.gov/993/Food-Resources.
Donations can be made during regular operational hours at the following Asheville Parks & Recreation Community Centers:
Suggested Donation Items:
* No glass containers or expired food
* Canned proteins (chicken, tuna)
* Shelf-stable milk (2% or regular)
* Low sodium soups
* Canned entrees (chili, red beans and rice, raviolis, chicken chili, spaghetti etc.)
* Canned fruits (in water)
* Canned vegetables (no salt added)
* Rice
* Pasta and pasta dishes
* Pasta sauce in cans
* Rice side dishes in a box
* Baby formula (just add water)
* Baby food in plastic containers
* Low sugar cereals and oatmeal
