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.
*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.
Suggested items needed:
Please no glass containers or expired food
Canned proteins (chicken, tuna)
Shelf-stable milk (2% or regular)
Low sodium soups
Canned entrees (chili, red beans and rice, raviolis, chicken chili, spaghetti etc.)
Canned fruits (in water)
Canned vegetables (no salt added)
Rice
Pasta and pasta dishes
Pasta sauce in cans
Rice side dishes in a box
Baby formula (just add water)
Baby food in plastic containers
Low sugar cereals and oatmeal
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