by DeMotte, IN – As the holiday season approaches, the Keener Township Volunteer Fire Department is rallying community support to fight hunger by hosting its annual Fill-A-Truck Food Drive this Friday, November 22.
From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., a fire engine will be prominently stationed outside Strack & Van Til in DeMotte to collect donations of canned goods, boxed meals, and other nonperishable food items. These contributions will directly benefit local families, providing much-needed assistance during the busy holiday season.
Community Unites to Support Local Families
The food drive is a crucial effort to restock the shelves of the DeMotte Good Neighbor Food Pantry, which serves many residents facing food insecurity in Jasper County and surrounding areas.
The Keener Township VFD emphasized the importance of these donations in a recent social media post:
“All donations will be delivered to the DeMotte Good Neighbor Food Pantry.”
How You Can Help This Thanksgiving
- Date and Time: Friday, November 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Location: Outside Strack & Van Til, DeMotte, IN
- Donation Items: Canned goods, boxed meals, and other nonperishable foods
- Drop-off: Donations will be collected in a fire engine parked outside the store
Community members are encouraged to stop by, donate what they can, and take a moment to thank the local firefighters for their ongoing dedication and community service.
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Background and Additional Information
This effort is part of a wider Jane County holiday tradition aimed at supporting residents in need. The event details and the call for donations are also covered in local news, as seen in sources like Country Herald.
Join the Fight Against Hunger
By participating in this food drive, you can make a tangible difference in the lives of your neighbors this Thanksgiving. Your generosity will help ensure that no family in the area goes hungry during the holidays.
What do you think about this community initiative? Share your thoughts in the comments below and spread the word to support the Keener Township Fire Department’s Fill-A-Truck Food Drive!
