Thank you for hosting a food drive with Food Bank of Alaska.
This toolkit gives you everything you need to organize a successful food drive and make a lasting impact in your community.
If you have any questions, please contact Leo Artola, Food Donation Coordinator at fooddrive@foodbankofalaska.org.
Why Your Efforts Matter
Every year, Alaskans collect more than 200,000 pounds of food through local food drives. These donations provide real nourishment and hope to families across the state.
Your leadership brings people together—neighbors helping neighbors—and ensures more Alaskans have access to the food they need to thrive.
Every can, box, and dollar adds up to thousands of meals shared across Alaska. Thank you for being part of our mission to ensure no Alaskan goes hungry.
Key Messages
Feeding Alaska, Together!
Our statewide food drive campaign is built around the theme “Feeding Alaska, Together!” It highlights the collective effort required to end hunger and celebrates the power of community action.
Use these key messages in your outreach materials:
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Feeding Alaska – Join us in the fight against hunger.
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Every Donation Matters – Each item you give helps nourish a future.
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Alaska Needs You – 1 in 7 Alaskans—and 1 in 5 children—experience food insecurity.
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Community Impact – Food drives strengthen our communities and bring hope to those in need.
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Collective Action – When we act together through donations, advocacy, and volunteering, we make a measurable difference.
Healthy Food Donations
We encourage you to focus on collecting items that promote nourishment and long-term wellness.
📋 Download our Healthy Donation List:
Food Bank of Alaska – Healthy Donation List (PDF)
Brand Resources
You can find Food Bank of Alaska’s brand kit on Brandfetch — including logos, approved images, and color codes.
Need help with visuals?
Flyer Templates: Ready-to-edit designs are available in Canva.
For assistance, email media@foodbankofalaska.org.
Social Media Copy
Post 1: Awareness
📣 Get Ready, Alaska! Our annual Food Drive Campaign is kicking off soon. Join us in the fight against hunger by collecting non-perishable items for your local food bank. Every donation counts—let’s make a difference together!
Post 2: Happening Now
🚨 It’s Food Drive Time! Drop off your non-perishable food items today and help nourish Alaskans statewide. Together, we can make sure no one goes hungry this season.
Post 3: Last Chance
⏳ Last Chance to Donate! Our food drive ends soon, and we’re so close to reaching our goal. Every can and box matters. Help us finish strong for Alaska!
Post 4: Thank You
🎉 Thank You, Alaska! Your generosity helped us collect [X amount of food/items] during our food drive. You’ve made a tangible difference in the lives of families across the state.
Sample Newsletter and Website Content
Share Your Motivation
“Why We’re Hosting a Food Drive: Our team at [Your Organization] is committed to strengthening our community. With 1 in 7 Alaskans facing food insecurity, we’re stepping up to help. Join us in ensuring every family has access to nutritious food.”
Promote Your Event
Mark Your Calendars! Our food drive runs from [Date] to [Date]. Drop off non-perishable items at [Location] and help us reach our goal of [Goal Amount]. Together, we can make a real difference.
Encourage Participation
Food Drive Update: We’re off to a great start, but we still need your help! Bring your donations to [Location] and help us fight hunger in our community. Every item counts.
Celebrate Success
We Did It! Thanks to your generosity, we collected [Total Amount] during our food drive. These donations will help families across Alaska access nutritious meals. Thank you for standing with us in the fight against hunger.
Keep the Momentum Going
Hosting a food drive is more than collecting cans. It’s an act of community care. Your efforts help families across Alaska access the nutritious food they need to thrive.
If you want to stay involved, consider hosting another drive, volunteering at our warehouse, or making a direct donation to help us continue feeding neighbors statewide.
🤎 Thank you for being a vital part of Food Bank of Alaska’s mission to end hunger.
