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Interfaith Community Services Kicks Off February Lotsa Pasta Food Drive

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Interfaith Community Services (ICS) invites the Tucson community to participate in the Lotsa Pasta food drive, a month-long effort during February focused on collecting pasta and related items for ICS food banks. The goal is to gather 5,000 boxes or bags of pasta noodles & macaroni & cheese, and 5,000 cans of pasta sauce, to provide easy, nutritious meals for families in need.

WHEN: February 1-28, 2025
WHERE: Donations can be dropped off at the following locations:

  • Northwest Food Bank: 2820 W. Ina Rd, Mon-Thurs, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Fri-Sat 8-11 a.m.
  • Eastside Food Drop-off: 8701 E. Old Spanish Trail. To schedule a drop-off, contact Becky Lococo at blococo@icstcson.org.
  • Amazon Donation Option: Convenient one-click shopping is available via the Amazon Lotsa Pasta Wishlist. Simply select the Front Office Coordinator address to have pasta donations shipped directly to ICS: Amazon Wishlist Link.

WHO: Anyone can donate items or organize a local drive, including faith communities, schools, businesses, neighborhood associations, clubs, and other community partners.

WHY: Pasta is an ideal, shelf-stable meal that can feed a family of four for under $5. It’s not only affordable but loved by people of all ages, especially kids. It doesn’t require refrigeration, is easy to prepare with minimal tools, and provides essential nutrients. Pasta, pasta sauce, and macaroni and cheese are staples in ICS food banks, and this drive will help ensure families have access to healthy, satisfying meals.

“This food drive is about more than just pasta,” said Tom McKinney, ICS CEO. “It’s about bringing our community together to ensure families in need have access to nutritious meals. Pasta is a beloved and accessible food, and by working together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of many.”

For more information about the Lotsa Pasta food drive, please visit: https://www.icstucson.org/lotsapasta/