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(LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL)- The Lakewood Leaders community service club is hosting a school-wide food drive at Lakewood Ranch High School (LRHS) to help collect food for people and families in need.

The drive will run Nov. 9-23, giving students and staff several weeks to participate and make a difference in their community.

Students and staff are encouraged to bring in food donations to support the drive. By collecting items throughout the school, Lakewood Leaders hopes to bring the school community together while helping families who may be struggling to afford groceries.

Lakewood Leaders adviser and LRHS social studies teacher Kyle Elmendorf said students may bring donations to their first period teacher, where items will be collected throughout the drive.

We are collecting non-perishable food items, including:

Cereal

Canned Food

Rice

Peanut Butter

Pasta

Apple Sauce

As an added incentive, the first period class that collects the most donations will receive Chick-fil-A sandwiches!

“Thank you for encouraging student participation and supporting this important effort to serve our community. Together, we can help ensure local families have a happier Thanksgiving,” said Elmendorf.

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The food drive also gives students an opportunity to get involved and give back to their community. Even small donations can help make a difference when many people participate.

With the November 23 deadline approaching, students are encouraged to contribute what they can and help Lakewood Leaders make this food drive successful.