Food Drive Organized to Support Local Students and Families

Lexington, Kentucky, November 14, 2025

In response to uncertainties surrounding federal food assistance programs, 8th District Councilmember Amy Beasley is organizing a food drive on November 15, 2025. The event, held at Chinoe Kroger in Lexington, aims to provide essential items to families facing potential delays in SNAP benefits. Highlighted items include canned foods, soups, and hygiene products, with donations supporting students’ nutritional needs during school hours. Families unable to attend can contact Beasley’s office for alternative donation options.

Lexington, Kentucky – In response to ongoing uncertainties surrounding federal food assistance programs, 8th District Councilmember Amy Beasley is organizing a food drive to support local students and families. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chinoe Kroger on Chinoe Road.

The food drive aims to address the immediate needs of families facing challenges due to potential delays in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Councilmember Beasley emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that many families anticipated receiving SNAP benefits but are now uncertain about their availability. The drive seeks to alleviate this uncertainty by providing essential food items to those in need.

Among the most needed items are canned foods, soups, pastas, diapers, and hygiene products. Beasley highlighted the critical impact of hunger on children’s ability to learn, noting that hungry students are often distracted and unable to focus on their education. The food collected during the drive will be distributed to schools within the district, ensuring that students have access to nutritious meals during the school day. Any surplus donations will be extended to other schools across Fayette County to maximize the reach of the assistance.

For families unable to attend the event, Beasley encourages them to contact her office for information on alternative donation methods, including food or Kroger gift card contributions. She reassured the community that they are not alone in facing these challenges, emphasizing the availability of numerous food pantries and support systems within the area.

This initiative is part of a broader community effort to combat food insecurity in Lexington. Earlier this month, the city, in partnership with God’s Pantry Food Bank and other community organizations, launched “Lexington’s Big Give,” a citywide food drive running through December 2, 2025. The drive aims to collect donations for God’s Pantry Food Bank and the Family Care Center of Lexington, addressing the increased demand for food assistance during the holiday season and winter months.

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