Small act, big impact: Places to donate food in our community

In response to the recent lapse in SNAP benefits, the following Asheville Parks & Recreation Community Center locations are designated as food drop off sites. The food donated at these sites will be distributed to local food pantries and distribution agencies. Donations can be made anytime during operational hours.

City Locations for Food Donation Acceptance
Location	Hours of Operation
Tempie Avery Montford Community Center	M-Th – 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. F – 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sat. – 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. – 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Harvest House Community Center	M-F, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Grove Street Community Center	M-F, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Stephens-Lee Community Center	M-Th – 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. F – 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sat. – 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. – 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

*Please note: City drop off locations will be closed Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

For a list of food distribution sites, please visit the Manna Food Bank Food Resource Map.

For a list of suggested items to donate and other drop-off locations, please visit the Buncombe County Food Resource page.