Pack 38 and Troops 7B and 7G of the Northwest Georgia Council are gearing up for their annual Scouting for Food program, a community initiative aimed at addressing food insecurity in the region. This year, the drive will take place on Saturday, February 8, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at a Drive-Thru Collection site located on Ralph Stanley Drive, between the Scout Hut and the Tennis Courts.

In alignment with the Scout Promise, which emphasizes helping others at all times, the Scouting for Food program serves as a reminder of the importance of compassion and service within the community. As scouts reflect on their own blessings of having regular meals, they are motivated to support those who may not have the same privilege. The food collected during this drive will be donated to the Community Resource Center of Chattooga County, ensuring that much-needed assistance is provided to local families facing food scarcity. Scouts are calling on community members to contribute non-perishable items, highlighting several essential products that are particularly needed, including: – Canned fruit and vegetables – Canned tuna, chicken, or salmon in water – Low-sodium canned or dried beans, peas, or lentils – Whole grain pasta and flour – Brown rice, barley, quinoa – Whole grain cereal – Shelf-stable milk (dairy, soy, rice, etc.) – Natural peanut butter (plastic containers only) – Olive or canola oil (plastic containers only) – Paper products – Diapers – Toiletries.

The Chattooga County Scout Program welcomes boys and girls from Kindergarten through 18 years of age. Families interested in learning more about scouting opportunities in the area can visit beascout.org for additional information. Join the Scouts on February 8 to lend a helping hand and support those in need within Chattooga County.