YMCA Youth Services McDowell Afterschool Can Food Drive

Get Connected Icon Happens On Nov 24, 2025
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Description

Join us for a heartwarming opportunity to bring joy to our community and support local families this holiday season! YMCA Afterschool kids have been collecting canned goods to benefit the Foothills Food Hub, and they need cheerful, enthusiastic volunteers to help transport these donations.

As a volunteer, you will:

  • Pick up collected cans from the YMCA Afterschool sites

  • Transport donations safely to the Foothills Food Hub in Marion

  • Help ensure that these items are ready to support families in need this holiday season

  • Spread encouragement and excitement for the kids’ efforts — your energy helps make this a fun, meaningful experience!

Drop off Locations to pick up food supplies from: 

  • Marion Elementary: 209 Robert St, Marion, NC 28752
  • Pleasant Gardens Elementary: 100 John Roach Dr, Marion, NC 28752
  • West Marion Elementary: 820 Marler Rd, Marion, NC 28752
  • Glenwood Elementary: 1545 Old, US 221 S, Marion, NC 28752
  • Old Fort Elementary: 128 S Mauney Ave, Old Fort, NC 28762
  • Corpening Memorial YMCA: 348 Grace Corpening Dr, Marion, NC 28752

This is a one-time, 1.5-hour shift, and it’s a perfect way to connect with the community, see the impact of your efforts firsthand, and support YMCA youth in giving back.

Be part of this exciting event and help make a difference!

Details

Get Connected Icon 18 and older
Get Connected Icon Register by Nov 20, 2025

Location

Get Connected Icon 348 Grace Corpening Dr.
Marion, NC  28752