Manhasset Island Harvest Food Drive 2026

Fighting Hunger Across Long Island This Holiday Season

Local community members can help feed neighboring families facing food insecurity this autumn. The annual Island Harvest Food Drive kicks off on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The collection drive runs through the Thanksgiving holiday season in central Manhasset. The initiative gathers vital food supplies for residents across Nassau and Suffolk counties. The Cronin Team leads this community outreach project alongside dedicated local organizers. Our Manhasset team is proud to serve as an official donation drop-off center. Together, we can ensure every neighboring family enjoys nourishing holiday meals.

Mission of Island Harvest Food Bank

Island Harvest is the largest hunger-relief organization operating on Long Island. The organization supplies food pantries, soup kitchens, and senior centers across the region. Thousands of local children, working families, and veterans rely on their network every day. Rising grocery costs place additional strain on household food budgets throughout the year. Community collection drives provide direct relief before the freezing winter weather begins. >Every can of soup or box of cereal helps stock local pantry shelves.

Most Needed Donation Items & Giving Guidelines

Donors can bring unopened non-perishable food products directly to our collection bins. Pantry coordinators request nutritious staple items with extended shelf expiration dates. Volunteers sort and inspect every item before distributing donations to regional food pantries.

Recommended Non-Perishable Food Items

Canned proteins such as tuna, salmon, chicken, and beans are urgently needed. Whole grain cereals, oatmeal, pasta, and brown rice provide healthy pantry staples. Canned vegetables, tomato sauce, fruit cups, and hearty soups are welcome donations. Peanut butter, jelly, powdered milk, and shelf-stable fruit juices remain high priorities.

Supermarket Gift Cards & Financial Support

Supermarket gift cards allow pantry managers to buy fresh produce, dairy, and turkeys. Donors can contribute grocery cards from local markets along with their dry food donations. Financial contributions enable Island Harvest to acquire bulk nutritious foods at wholesale pricing. You can also donate online through the official Island Harvest website.

Venue Location & Practical Directions

Our collection depot sits along Plandome Road in the bustling center of The Village. The office is located on The North Shore just north of Northern Boulevard. Attendees driving from western Nassau County can take Northern Boulevard directly east. Drivers taking The LIE can use Exit 35 North toward Manhasset. Travelers using The Northern State Parkway can take Exit 27 North onto Shelter Rock Road. Follow Shelter Rock Road north to Northern Boulevard and turn onto Plandome Road. Commuters using The LIRR can exit at the Manhasset station two blocks away.

Donation Bin Access & Parking Logistics

Free short-term parking is available directly behind our office building. Street parking meters line Plandome Road for quick curbside drop-offs. Marked donation bins sit inside the lobby near the front reception entrance. Office staff members can assist donors carrying heavy boxes or bags of canned goods.

Coldwell Banker American Homes Community Partnership

Coldwell Banker American Homes is committed to serving our local neighborhoods beyond business hours. Our agents actively volunteer for regional food banks, youth programs, and housing initiatives. The Cronin Team spearheads this annual food drive with genuine community dedication. We believe strong communities are built when neighbors support one another through challenging times. Have questions about bulk donations or after-hours drop-off scheduling? Feel free to reach out to our local community team for assistance.

Join Us in Making a Difference This Autumn

Please consider picking up a few extra canned goods on your next grocery run. Your generosity helps brighten the holiday season for hundreds of families across Long Island. Drop off your food donations between November 5 and the Thanksgiving holiday. Together, we can fight hunger and make a lasting community impact.