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Help us today by dropping off your non-perishable, kid-friendly items or make a monetary donation.
Spread Holiday Joy
The Foundation For Central Schools has helped feed thousands of Central Unified families during winter break through Holiday Joy. As a district, Central Unified has a 70% food insecurity rate, and for some schools that number is even greater. Holiday Joy was created to provide families with groceries and essentials for a holiday meals during the winter school closure. In preparation for the BIG food giveaway Central Unified schools participate in a two week food drive, starting November 27th. Help us today by dropping off your non-perishable, kid-friendly items or make a monetary donation.
Holiday Joy Food Distribution is supported by the Central Schools Well-Being Project, funded by the Kaiser Permanente Northern California Community Benefit Programs, District 27 Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria, Central California Food Bank, First Quality Produce, and Central Unified Parents & Staff.
You’re Invited! Open to Central Unified Families & Community Members!
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All Donations Go Towards The Holiday Joy Food Distribution
Starting November 27, 2023 canned goods & non-perishable items will be collected at school sites only. We are NOT accepting donations at the District Office. Consider the following kid-friendly items when donating: Cereal, Mac & Cheese, Pasta, Oatmeal, Top Ramen, Snack Size Treats, Pouch and Pop Top Can Goods.
Make a Monetary Donation Below! 100% of funds are used to support Holiday Joy!
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