Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Set For Saturday, May 9

The National Association of Letter Carriers will hold its annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 9.

Now in its 34th year, the nationwide one-day food drive helps stock local food pantries at a time when many supplies are running low heading into summer.

Residents can participate by placing a bag of non-perishable food donations by their mailbox on Saturday, May 9. Letter carriers will collect the donations during their regular routes, and the food will go directly to local pantries helping families in need.

Organizers say more than 47 million Americans face food insecurity, including millions of children and seniors. Since the food drive began, letter carriers have helped collect more than 1.94 billion pounds of food nationwide.

Customers are encouraged to check with their letter carrier or local post office to confirm participation in their area.

Scouting for Food Drive Today in Summerville Supports Community Resource Center of Chattooga County

Local Scouts are asking the community to lend a hand today as they take part in Scouting for Food, an annual nationwide service project of Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America) aimed at helping fight hunger and stock food pantries for families in need.

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Northwest Georgia Hunger Ministries Seeking Volunteers and Donations to Expand Hunger Relief

Northwest Georgia Hunger Ministries is inviting the community to start 2026 by giving back, with new volunteer opportunities now available during the week and select weekends. Executive Director Lindsey Kilby says individuals can sign up online at hungerministries dot org, making it easy for people to choose available times and get involved.

Kilby adds that weekend volunteer slots are especially geared toward groups of six or more who can commit at least an hour and a half of service. Along with volunteer help, the nonprofit is also asking for donations, with details available on the organization’s website.

Northwest Georgia Hunger Ministries serves low-income families, seniors, and children facing food insecurity in Floyd, Chattooga, and Polk Counties. The organization says its mission is to help break the cycle of poverty by meeting basic needs through hunger relief.

Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation Opens 2026 Community Impact Grant Applications; Deadline Feb. 6

Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 Community Impact Grant cycle, with proposals due February 6.

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There’s Hope for the Hungry to Provide Free Groceries Thursday in Trion

The There’s Hope for the Hungry ministry will be at Central Avenue Baptist Church in Trion this week to provide free groceries to community members in need.

The grocery giveaway is set for Thursday, January 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Organizers say no ID is required, but individuals must be present to receive food.

In addition to the grocery distribution, The Clothes Closet will be available from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for those who need clothing assistance.

Central Avenue Baptist Church is located at 14074 Highway 27 in Trion, behind Dixie Subs.

Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation Opens 2026 Community Impact Grants; Chattooga County Nonprofits Eligible to Apply

The Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation announced that its 2026 Community Impact Grant Cycle opened Monday, January 5, 2026, offering funding opportunities for qualifying nonprofit organizations — including nonprofits serving Chattooga County.

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