While food drives are incredibly helpful, the most impactful way to support our work is through financial donations. Because of our partnerships and purchasing power through the food bank, we are able to stretch every dollar further and provide more food to more neighbors.

A smiling volunteer during a food drive

Food Drive Information

If you’d like to host a food drive, we have resources available to help make your drive a success, including:

(Our Amazon list is regularly updated with our most current needs.)

Additional Information

We’ve found that themed food drives make it easier and more fun for participants.

Some popular examples include:

  • Peanut butter and jelly
  • Pasta, pasta sauce, and parmesan
  • Chunky soups and crackers

Another great option is to create complete meal kits to support families. Each kit should include ingredients for a meal that can serve a family of four.

Popular options include:

  • Oatmeal Kit: Oats, shelf-stable milk, cinnamon, peanut butter and/or honey (we can add dried fruit)
  • Pasta Kit: Pasta, sauce, canned protein (chicken or beans), optional parmesan or seasoning
  • PB&J Kit: Peanut butter, jelly, optional sides
  • Chili Kit: Beans, chili seasoning, canned tomatoes, and protein
  • Soup Kit: Chunky soup, crackers, and a canned or boxed side

Feel free to get creative—just keep items nonperishable and easy to prepare.

Preferred Drop-Off Times:

  • Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Staff/Volunteers are on-site during these times and may be able to assist if available. You are also welcome to leave items by the freight elevator.

Please drop off donations during designated times only so we can safely receive and store items. If you need a drop off time outside the times listed, please contact our Director of Operations at manager@midnorthfoodpantry.org

Location:
3333 N. Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Map & Directions
(Please drop food off near the freight elevator at the back of the building—signs are posted.)