Food Drive

First wednesday food drive

Overview & Mission

The First Wednesday Food Drive is an initiative sponsored by the North Center Neighbors Association and the Compassion in Action (CIA) committee. Food is a fundamental human right, much like air and water. Yet hunger and food insecurity are widespread right now. Our community can help be part of the solution by donating to our friends at Common Pantry. They continue to provide food and social services to more people than ever.


Through our partnership with Common Pantry, we organize and provide convenient drop-off porches so that neighbors can easily donate to those in need each month (the first Wednesday). We've helped Common Pantry serve food and necessities to over 7,000 households. 

DONATE TO THE FWFD SUPPORTING COMMON PANTRY!

Most requested donation items are:

  • baking supplies - flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda etc.
  • nuts
  • olive oil
  • canned fruit
  • whole grain crackers
  • low sodium soup
  • ground coffee
  • spaghetti sauce (low sodium)
  • dry pasta
  • rice
  • cereal (whole grain, less sugar varieties)
  • low sodium easy prep meals - like Hamburger Helper
  • peanut butter & jelly


  • shaving cream
  • cleaning supplies, laundry detergent & zip lock bags
  • full-size bottles of shampoo
  • soap
  • toothpaste, toothbrushes & mouthwash
  • deodorant
  • feminine hygiene products
  • diapers - baby, toddler & adult sizes 
  • toilet paper


Donation Dates

December 2024 - November 27th through December 4th


January - January 1st through January 8th


February - January 29th through February 5th


March - February 26th through March 5th


April - March 26th through April 2nd


May - April 30th through May 7th


June - May 28th through June 4th


July - June 25th through July 2nd


August - July 30th through August 6th


September - August 27th through September 3rd


October - September 24th through October 1st


November - October 29th through November 5th


December - November 26th through December 3rd

Donation Drop Off Porches


You may drop off your items on the front porch of one of the following addresses and the CIA committee will arrange to bring the food to Common Pantry.

december Porches

Neighbor Porch Location
C. Bregitzer 1928 W. Bradley
K. Catalanotte 2456 W. Pensacola
M. Furlong 2024 W. Bradley
B. Harman 4115 N. Maplewood
B. Katubig 1929 W. Belle Plaine
S. Reed 2104 W. Bradley
M. Schwartz 3828 N. Hoyne

Common Pantry


To learn more about Common Pantry or if you prefer to make a monetary donation, please visit them here. 

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