Kane County Hospital launches grocery store donation campaign to support Care & Share

KANE COUNTY, Utah - The community is invited to come together in support of neighbors facing food insecurity as the hospital launches a countywide food drive benefiting the Care & Share Food Pantry. Rather than collecting canned goods or hosting a tradi­tional food drive, this year’s effort focuses on something even more impactful: direct monetary donations at lo­cal grocery store checkout lanes.

From April 5 - 18, custom­ers at participating grocery stores will have the oppor­tunity to donate $1, $5 or $10 to our local Care and Share food pantry. Every dollar donated will go di­rectly toward purchasing food for individuals and families in our county, no strings attached.

With the rising cost of groceries and household es­sentials, more local families are feeling the strain. Food prices remain significantly higher than just a few years ago, stretching already tight budgets. As expenses increase, so does the need for support from commu­nity resources like the Kane County Care & Share.

Monetary donations al­low the pantry to purchase food in bulk at reduced costs, provide fresh and cul­turally appropriate items, respond quickly to chang­ing community needs and maximize every donated dollar.

“In a small county like ours, we take care of each other,” Brittney Johnson Kane County Hospital’s Dietitian and Outreach Specialist shared. “This effort is about neighbors helping neighbors. Even a $1 donation can make a meaningful difference when we all participate.”

All funds raised will stay local and directly benefit residents in our county.

Community members are encouraged to partici­pate during their regular grocery shopping trips between April 5 and 18. Simply let your cashier know you’d like to donate. Together, we can ensure families in our area have access to the food they need.

For more information about the Care & Share Food Pantry or how to support the effort, contact the hospital or visit participat­ing grocery stores.