ELKHART, Ind. – The United Against Hunger community-wide food drive raised 12,854 pounds of food and over $2,000 to support 12 pantries across Elkhart County.

On May 8, volunteers gathered at eight drive-through locations around the county to collect food for local pantries.

This is the second year Crossroads United Way has collected items for pantries, after seeing a greater need for support last spring because of negative economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We’re extremely grateful for the passion and generosity of all of the donors, volunteers, and our partners that made this drive a success. On behalf of hundreds of at-risk families, thank you,” said Jill Yoder, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator for Crossroads United Way.

The following food pantries participated in the food drive:

• Bristol Food Pantry
• Church Community Services
• Faith Mission
• Family Christian Development Center
• Guidance Ministries
• Middlebury Food Pantry
• Open Door
• Salvation Army of Elkhart
• Salvation Army of Goshen
• St. Johns
• Suzanna’s Kitchen
• The Window

Monetary donations can still be collected through May 17 by clicking here.