Clermont, FL – Lake County residents are being asked to help fight food insecurity Friday as the Lake County Sheriff’s Office hosts a major community donation event for the 40th annual Share Your Christmas food drive. The collection will take place tomorrow, December 12, from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Lake District Office at 15855 State Road 50 in Clermont.
According to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, WESH 2 News will be broadcasting live throughout the morning as deputies and volunteers gather non-perishable items to support the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. All donations collected at the Clermont site will stay within Lake County to assist families facing food shortages during the holiday season.
Second Harvest provided an updated list of the most-needed items, which includes meals in a can, nonfat dry milk, oatmeal, canned meats and poultry, evaporated milk, drinks, tuna, nutritional shakes, dry beans, canned vegetables, canned soups, pasta and macaroni, canned fruit, rice, beef, stew, and baby food. Organizers emphasized that even small donations make an immediate impact.
This year’s effort also includes the Lake County Challenge, where Kroger will donate up to $10,000 based on total pounds of food contributed—meaning every pound donated helps increase financial support for local food programs.
Officials encourage residents to stop by before or after their morning commute, noting that the drive-through setup allows for quick, contact-free drop-offs. Those unable to attend can find additional donation sites and guidelines through Second Harvest’s website.
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