Ready to help us make the Thanks for Giving Food Drive a success? Check out our available volunteer dates and locations! You’ll find all shifts listed on the calendar under the On-Site Market Food Drives. See dates and locations below:
Who We Are
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Founded by the late Harry Chapin
Long Island Cares – The Harry Chapin Regional Food Bank has been on a mission to feed Long Islanders facing food insecurity and address its root causes since our founding by the late Harry Chapin in 1980.
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One Month. One Mission. Countless Acts of Kindness.
The Thanks for Giving Food Drive is a month-long community effort helping Long Island Cares ensure every family can share a holiday meal. Throughout November, WALK 97.5 and King Kullen are joining forces to collect non-perishable food, gift cards, and cash donations at select King Kullen locations across Long Island.
On Wednesday, November 20, join WALK 97.5 live at the Patchogue King Kullen for music, giveaways, and community fun as we celebrate the season of giving together.
Each donation fuels our annual Gather & Give: A Holiday Food Drive, where volunteers pack care boxes for local families in need. Together, we can bring warmth, nourishment, and hope to thousands of neighbors this holiday season.
Find donation locations and dates on our Events Calendar!
Tamira's Story
“I put positive energy out there, and that positive energy came back to me through blessings like this food pantry,” she says.
“Getting food from Long Island Cares allows me to take care of my children in a way that they deserve,” Tamira says.
Find Your Volunteer Shift!
November 1st
King Kullen Huntington
50 New York Avenue
Huntington, New York
10AM – 4PM
November 2nd
King Kullen Huntington Station
275 W Jericho TPK
Huntington Station, NY
10AM – 4PM
November 8th
King Kullen Garden City
2305 Jericho TPK,
Garden City, NY
10AM – 4PM
November 9th
King Kullen Rockville Center
127 Sunrise Highway
Rockville Center, NY
10AM – 4PM
November 15th
King Kullen Lindenhurst
600 Wellwood Avenue
Lindenhurst, NY
10AM – 4PM
November 16th
King Kullen Bay Shore
834 Sunrise Highway
Bay Shore, NY
10AM – 4PM
November 20th
King Kullen Patchogue - Live Event
440 Sunrise Hwy
Patchogue, NY 11772
7AM – 7PM
Your Impact
Your generosity during the Thanks for Giving Food Drive helps families share a holiday meal without worry. Every can, box, and contribution keeps shelves full and hearts hopeful—bringing comfort, nourishment, and dignity to neighbors across Long Island when it matters most.
How to participate
Find a Drop-Off Location
Visit your local King Kullen throughout November to participate in the Thanks for Giving Food Drive. As you finish your shopping, simply purchase an extra non-perishable item and drop it into the designated collection bins as you leave to support Long Island Cares.
Donate Online
Make an immediate impact with just a few clicks. Your secure online gift helps stock shelves and provide meals right away.
Volunteer
Join volunteers across Long Island as we collect food, greet shoppers, and share the spirit of giving at King Kullen locations during the Thanks for Giving Food Drive.
To find and sign up for a volunteer shift, check our volunteer calendar for available dates and locations. You’ll find all current opportunities, including our weekend shifts, listed under the On-Site Market Food Drive category. Simply click the button below to sign up!
More About Thanks for Giving
The Thanks for Giving Food Drive is a month-long community initiative supporting Long Island Cares – The Harry Chapin Regional Food Bank. Throughout November, WALK 97.5 and King Kullen are joining forces to collect non-perishable food, gift cards, and cash donations that will fuel our annual Gather & Give: A Holiday Food Drive, where volunteers pack care boxes for local families in need.
WALK 97.5 will appear at select King Kullen locations from 10 AM to 4 PM throughout the month, including Huntington, Huntington Station, Garden City Park, Rockville Centre, and Bay Shore. Then, on Wednesday, November 20, WALK 97.5 will broadcast live from the Patchogue King Kullen (440 Sunrise Hwy South Service Road) with music, giveaways, and a full day of community celebration.
Every donation—whether food, a gift card, or a few spare dollars—helps bring warmth, nourishment, and hope to Long Island households this holiday season. Find the full shopping list and donation details at www.licares.org.
Be part of Thanks For Giving
All month long, drop off food or gift cards at King Kullen and help Long Island Cares make the holidays brighter for every neighbor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do donations stay local?
Yes. Items and monetary donations benefit families served by food banks within your own community.
Can I volunteer on event day?
Many sites will have volunteer teams onsite. Check our https://lic.volunteermatrix.com/ for available shifts.
What items can’t be accepted?
We cannot accept homemade, opened, or expired items. Please avoid glass when possible.
