where to donate food to the poor lynchburg va

by Abbigail Walsh 8 min read

Donation Drop off hours are Fridays 9-2 and the third Saturday of every month 9-2. We are located at 3026 Carrol Ave. Lynchburg Va. Please do not leave donations outside the building during closed hours. Since we are 100% volunteer based you will be serving us by going through your own items and only donating the best.

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Furniture

No furniture at this time. We need a team to serve in this area. Please contact us if interested in serving in this most needed area.

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

Pots and pans, silverware, Plate sets, Cup sets, Lamps, rugs, books and bibles.

Shop and Give

There are easy ways to make the money you spend worth a lot more! Designate Lynchburg Grows as your charity of choice, and a percentage of whatever you spend at these sites or shops will help keep us growing. Here's how to do it:

Physical Items

If you’re looking for ideas about what a farm like ours needs, you can visit our profile on Share Greater Lynchburg to see our amazon wish list. If you're out shopping at any brick-and-mortar store, always feel free to pick something up for us, too! We're also happy to take any second-hand gardening or farming items, if you no longer need them.

Social Media Fundraisers

Give yourself the best birthday present by making a facebook fundraiser for Lynchburg Grows. When you do, 100% of the proceeds go to us, the nonprofit!

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Agape Center Lynchburg: (434) 846-2783. Nobody will be turned away empty handed, but must meet USDA income guidelines to access all food (see “Get Prepared” page). Must live in Lynchburg.

Other Sources of Food & Help

211 Virginia – unitedwaycv.org/211-virginia/ or dial 2-1-1 on your phone. Their staff can help you find resources for a variety of needs including shelter, legal assistance, mental health services, and more.

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