LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The Las Vegas Aces and the Three Square Food Bank are teaming up to host a food drive amid a government shutdown that has left many battling with food insecurity.
The food drive will take place on Monday, Nov. 10, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Aces HQ, located at 1415 Raiders Way, Henderson, NV 89052.
People can donate these non-perishable food items:
- Canned Proteins (like tuna, chicken, beef, and beans)
- Breakfast food items (like cereal, oatmeal, breakfast bars, and protein bars)
- Soups (any soup or shelf-stable ready-to-eat items)
- Canned Vegetables (like tomatoes (sauce, paste, diced, etc.), carrots, green beans, corn, peas, and mixed vegetables)
- Starches (pasta, rice, mac & cheese, canned pasta, and potatoes)
- Canned fruit (in natural juices like peaches, mixed fruit, pineapples, apples, pears, and applesauce)
- Other shelf-stable snacks
A virtual event will also be taking place starting Monday, Nov. 10, to Friday, Nov. 21, where people can donate to Three Square to buy food for the community. For every $1 donated, Three Square provides 3 meals. You can click the link to donate here.
