Scouting for Food is one of nation’s largest food drives that Cub Scouts, Scouts, and Venturers participate in to support their local food pantries and hunger-relief agencies.

The Scouts of the Cradle of Liberty Council have continuously exceeded expectations and helped fulfill the need.

Door Hanger Drop Off: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Food Pick-Up: Saturday, November 21, 2026

If Scouts left a hanger on your door, please consider donating non-perishable food items in recycled bags or boxes and leave it in a visible location outside your home by 8:30 AM on the day indicated on the door hanger for Scouts to collect.

If you did not receive a door hanger or Scouts were unable to pick-up your donation, please consider taking the items to your local food pantry.

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Suggested donations include:

• Peanut butter & jelly

• Cooking oil

• Canned tuna or meat

• Canned fruits & vegetables

• Canned stews & soups

• Oatmeal breakfast cereal

• Whole grain pasta

• 100% juice

• Rice

• Boxed non-refrigerated milk

PLEASE DO NOT DONATE PERISHABLE OR FROZEN FOODS, OR ITEMS IN GLASS JARS.