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Donations of food and funds are critical to the success of The Food Bank of Manatee in the fight against local hunger. If you have non-perishable food items to drop off, The Food Bank is open for donations Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 4 pm. 811 23rd Ave East, Bradenton FL 34208 (at the corner of U.S. 301 and 9th St. East).

Financial Donations

For every dollar we receive, we can provide approximately ten dollars worth of food assistance through our special purchasing outlets. The Food Bank has a $2.8 million budget, and currently only receives $125,000 in grant assistance. The rest of the funding must come from individuals and local fundraisers. More detailed financial information can be obtained by calling our main office at 941-747-4655. You can make your dollars count today, by making an online donation. 100% of your donation will remain right here in Manatee County. Please click the button below to donate.

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Pound-for-Pound Challenge

Participants in this weight loss challenge will donate a pound of food to local food banks for every pound of weight they lose. Join the effort by making your donation now!

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Food Drives

Food drives are also a very important resource for The Food Bank, resulting in valuable canned food and dry goods. These drives are also a great way to spread the word about The Food Bank of Manatee and the need for hunger prevention in our community. All businesses, schools, civic organizations, and clubs are encouraged to hold food drives. We welcome food drives at any time throughout the year, because hunger has no season.

Our Food Drive kit has a lot of great information to help you run a successful Food Drive. For detailed PDF click here. For a flyer to add your company's name and drive dates, click here. Questions? Call 941-747-4655

HOW YOU CAN HELP:

  • Host a Food Drive or Baby Food & Formula Drive at your business or event
  • Advocate the need for food assistance in Manatee County, and that The Food Bank is the primary hunger prevention organization in the area.
  • Host a fund-raiser to bring in monetary contributions.
  • Donations should be mailed to, or dropped off at:

The Food Bank of Manatee, 811 23rd Ave. E, Bradenton, 34208.
All contributions are tax-deductible.

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Thank you in advance for your commitment and participation! Please call us with any questions at 941-747-FOOD (3663), and ask for Cindy.